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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Washington, DC to Des Moines, IA
Cheapest price
$138
Average price
$154
Fastest journey
1 d 8 h
Average duration
1 d 8 h 48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
1436 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Des Moines, IA will cost around $154 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $138.
Of the 2 buses that leave Washington, DC for Des Moines, IA on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 1436 km distance in an average of 1 d 8 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 8 h .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 1 d 9 h 35 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 Washington, DC to Des Moines, IA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Des Moines, IA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €90. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €90, and a flight costs an average of €134.
Distance: 892 miles (1436 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€121 Average price Cheapest | €253 Average price |
31h 20m Average total duration 30h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Des Moines, IA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Des Moines, IA buses for today, 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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| 10:00 AM Washington, DC | 34h55 | 8:55 PM Des Moines, IA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Washington, DC to Des Moines, IA
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Distance 892 miles (1436 km) |
Average bus duration 30h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $111 (€90) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 26h 0m |
First bus 05:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Washington, DC to Des Moines, IA start from as low as $111 (€90) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $149 (€121) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: Greyhound from Washington, DC to Des Moines, IAYou can travel by bus between Washington, DC to Des Moines, IA with Greyhound for as low as $111 (€90). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Washington, DC to Des Moines, IA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC 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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Washington, DC to Des Moines, IA, follow these tips:
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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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Washington, DC to Des Moines, IA
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Shake Shack (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 96, 97, D6 Metro: Red Train: Amtrak, MARC, VRE
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