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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from New York, NY to Des Moines, IA
Cheapest price
$306
Average price
$309
Fastest journey
1 d 4 h 5 m
Average duration
1 d 6 h 4 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
1641 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New York, NY 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 New York, NY to Des Moines, IA will cost around $309 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $306.
It's difficult to get from New York, NY to Des Moines, IA without transferring at least 2 times.
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Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for New York, NY to Des Moines, IA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Des Moines, IA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $145. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $145, and a flight costs an average of $152.
Distance: 1019 miles (1641 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
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$254 Average price Cheapest | $385 Average price |
31h 3m Average total duration 30h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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New York, NY to Des Moines, IA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 32h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $310 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 30h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $306 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 29h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $310 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 28h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $310 |
Live departures
New York, NY to Des Moines, IA bus times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Des Moines, IA buses for today, Monday, March 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 8:30 PM New York, NY | 28h05 | 12:35 AM Des Moines, IA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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| FlixBus+undefined · undefined · undefined | 3:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 32h35 | 11:35 PM Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.), IA | 3 transfers | |
| undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 5:35 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 30h00 | 11:35 PM Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.), IA | 3 transfers | |
| FlixBus+undefined · undefined · undefined | 6:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 29h35 | 11:35 PM Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.), IA | 3 transfers | |
| undefined · undefined · undefined | 7:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 28h05 | 11:35 PM Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.), IA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from New York, NY to Des Moines, IA
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Buses from New York, NY to Des Moines, IA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 30h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $145 (€117) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 1019 miles (1641 km) distance in 27h 55m.
Distance 1019 miles (1641 km) |
Average bus duration 30h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $145 (€117) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 27h 55m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Greyhound from New York, NY to Des Moines, IAYou can travel by bus between New York, NY to Des Moines, IA with Greyhound for as low as $145 (€117). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from New York, NY to Des Moines, IA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY 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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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from New York, NY to Des Moines, IA
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- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34 Metro: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
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