Bus Tickets from Champaign, IL to Des Moines, IA

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Bus Champaign to Des Moines: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$139
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 50m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure8:20am
Distance480 km

Champaign to Des Moines Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Champaign - Des Moines

  1. How long is the trip from Champaign to Des Moines by bus?

    The typical travel time from Champaign to Des Moines by bus is around 9h 50m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Des Moines in 9h 50m

  2. What is the travel distance from Champaign to Des Moines?

    The distance between Champaign and Des Moines is around 481 km (299 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Champaign to Des Moines?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center, in Champaign, and end it at Jefferson/Trailways Depot, in Des Moines.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Champaign to Des Moines?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Champaign to Des Moines. Starting at US$139, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Champaign to Des Moines?

    The bus fare from Champaign to Des Moines is approximately US$139.

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Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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