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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Des Moines, IA
Cheapest price
$181
Average price
$192
Fastest journey
1 d 10 h 30 m
Average duration
1 d 11 h 48 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
1561 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA to Des Moines, IA will cost around $192 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $181.
Of the 3 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Des Moines, IA on Thu, Nov 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 1561 km distance in an average of 1 d 11 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 10 h 30 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 1 d 13 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Des Moines, IA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Des Moines, IA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €144. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €144, and a flight costs an average of €156.
Distance: 969 miles (1561 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
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€165 Average price Cheapest | €280 Average price |
32h 10m Average total duration 31h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 7m Average total duration Fastest 4h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Des Moines, IA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Des Moines, IA buses for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 7:10 AM Philadelphia, PA | 37h45 | 8:55 PM Des Moines, IA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:25 AM Philadelphia, PA | 35h10 | 7:35 PM Des Moines, IA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:05 AM Philadelphia, PA | 34h30 | 7:35 PM Des Moines, IA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Des Moines, IA
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Distance 969 miles (1561 km) |
Average bus duration 31h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $176 (€144) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 26h 5m |
First bus 01:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Des Moines, IA start from as low as $176 (€144) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $202 (€165) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: Greyhound, SEPTA, Peter Pan Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Des Moines, IAYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Des Moines, IA with Greyhound, SEPTA, Peter Pan Bus for as low as $176 (€144). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Des Moines, IA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- 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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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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