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Dallas Museum of Art
One of the largest art museums in the US, known for global collections, major exhibitions, and strong free general admission.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€79
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€79
Fastest journey on Sep 19
14 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
14 h 40 m
Buses on Sep 19
1
Distance
1020 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Des Moines, IA to Dallas, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Des Moines, IA to Dallas, TX will cost around €79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €79.
It's difficult to get from Des Moines, IA to Dallas, TX without transferring at least once.
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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Des Moines, IA to Dallas, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €162 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €162, while a flight costs an average of €486.
Distance: 633 miles (1020 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€162 Average price Cheapest | €486 Average price | €115 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
26h 5m Average total duration 25h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Des Moines, IA to Dallas, TX:
A bus is €324 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Des Moines, IA to Dallas, TX costing on average €486.
Other travel options to Dallas, TX take longer:
Bus takes on average 25h 35m.
Tickets start at around €162 compared to roughly €115 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-46.86. The journey takes 25h 35m versus 10h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 30h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €191 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €79 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 25h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €103 |
The table below shows live departures for Des Moines, IA to Dallas, TX buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
+ FlixBus | 6:00 AM Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.), IA | 14h40 | 8:40 PM Dallas, TX | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Des Moines, IA to Dallas, TX run on average 2 times per day, taking around 25h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €101 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 05:30, the last at 19:50. The fastest bus covers the 633 miles (1020 km) distance in 22h 30m.
Distance 633 miles (1020 km) |
Average bus duration 25h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €101 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 22h 30m |
First bus 5:30 AM |
Last bus 7:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Most Des Moines, IA to Dallas, TX buses use the Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.) to Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Des Moines, IA and Dallas, TX bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.) is 3 km from Des Moines city centre. Public transport options include:
Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.). ATMs are available at Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.).
Ticket office support is available at Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.).
Available at Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.): Wheelchair accessible buses available.
Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food options nearby
Wi-Fi is available at Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station. ATMs are aTM available inside the main area.
Ticket office support is available at Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station.
Available at Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station: Wheelchair accessible entrance and facilities.
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