4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Minneapolis, MN to Des Moines, IA
Cheapest price
$84
Average price
$84
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
377 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Minneapolis, MN to Des Moines, IA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Minneapolis, MN to Des Moines, IA will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
It's difficult to get from Minneapolis, MN to Des Moines, IA without transferring at least once.
· 10:10 AM8h00Minneapolis, MN6:10 PMDes Moines, Grand Ave & 10th St$841One-way1 transfer- · 4:05 PM7h00Minneapolis, MN11:05 PMDes Moines, Grand Ave & 10th St$841One-way1 transfer
- · 4:05 PM7h00Minneapolis, MN11:05 PMDes Moines, Grand Ave & 10th St$841One-way1 transfer
- · 10:10 AM8h00Minneapolis, MN6:10 PMDes Moines, Grand Ave & 10th St$841One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Minneapolis, MN to Des Moines, IA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Minneapolis, MN to Des Moines, IA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a flight costs an average of $232.
Distance: 234 miles (377 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$77 Average price Cheapest | $404 Average price | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 39m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration Fastest 6h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Minneapolis, MN to Des Moines, IA:
A bus is $327 (€270) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Minneapolis, MN to Des Moines, IA costing on average $404 (€333).
Other travel options to Des Moines, IA take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 9m.
You'll arrive about -4h -39m sooner (7h 9m by bus vs 3h 30m by car) and save roughly $-27.33 (€-22.52) compared to fuel and tolls ($77 (€63) vs $49 (€41)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Jefferson Lines.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Minneapolis, MN to Des Moines, IA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $84 |
Live departures
Minneapolis, MN to Des Moines, IA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Minneapolis, MN to Des Moines, IA buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| · | 10:10 AM Minneapolis, MN | 8h00 | 6:10 PM Des Moines, Grand Ave & 10th St | 1 transfer | |
| · | 4:05 PM Minneapolis, MN | 7h00 | 11:05 PM Des Moines, Grand Ave & 10th St | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Minneapolis, MN to Des Moines, IA
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Buses from Minneapolis, MN to Des Moines, IA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 234 miles (377 km) distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 234 miles (377 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 4:20 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: Jefferson Lines from Minneapolis, MN to Des Moines, IAYou can travel by bus between Minneapolis, MN to Des Moines, IA with Jefferson Lines for as low as $49 (€40). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Minneapolis, MN to Des Moines, IA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Minneapolis, MN to Des Moines, IA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Des Moines, IA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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