Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Dallas Bus Station | Des Moines (Subway) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum | Des Moines (Subway) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dallas Bus Station | Des Moines (Subway) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Dallas Market Center | Des Moines (Subway) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum | Des Moines (Subway) | No tags |
Get from Dallas to Des Moines
The journey takes about 18 hours 42 minutes, and with fares starting at just $292, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dallas and Des Moines?
Stops in Dallas
- A
Jefferson Bd
174 S Patton Ave, Dallas, TX 75203, USA - B205 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA
- D
Westmoreland Greyhound Station
627 N Westmoreland Rd, Dallas, TX 75211 - E
N. Olive Street
400 N. Olive Street,, Dallas, TX 75201, US - F
Tornado Bus I-30
8630 E R L Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75228, USA
Stops in Des Moines
- A
Jefferson/Trailways Depot
1501 2nd Ave North, Des Moines, IA 50314 - B
1514 East Grand Ave
1514 East Grand Avenue,, Des Moins, IA, 50316
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dallas, TX to Des Moines by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Dallas to Des Moines?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dallas to Des Moines start from $292. The average price for this route is around $292. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Dallas to Des Moines?
The average bus travel time from Dallas to Des Moines is 18h 42m, covering a distance of 1025 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 54m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Dallas to Des Moines route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dallas to Des Moines?
The earliest bus departs from Dallas to Des Moines at 6:35am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dallas to Des Moines?
A bus trip from Dallas to Des Moines generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Dallas to Des Moines?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dallas to Des Moines?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Dallas to Des Moines?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dallas to Des Moines?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dallas, TX to Des Moines was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $277To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dallas, TX to Des Moines, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $277 to $292 for a bus ticket from Dallas, TX to Des Moines based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $277 which is on 2025-12-10.
