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Bus Des Moines to Detroit Lakes: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$170
Average Bus Trip Duration12h 10m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure4:20am
Distance605 km
Latest bus departure11:30pm

Des Moines to Detroit Lakes Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Des Moines - Detroit Lakes

  1. How long does it take to get to Detroit Lakes from Des Moines by bus?

    The trip from Des Moines to Detroit Lakes will take on average 12h 10m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 12h 10m.

  2. What is the distance between Des Moines and Detroit Lakes?

    The distance between Des Moines and Detroit Lakes is approximately 608 km (377 miles).

  3. What is the cheapest way to travel from Des Moines to Detroit Lakes?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Detroit Lakes from Des Moines; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$170, making this your best choice for this trip.

  4. How much is the bus from Des Moines to Detroit Lakes?

    You can expect to pay around US$170 for the bus ride from Des Moines to Detroit Lakes.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Des Moines to Detroit Lakes.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Des Moines to Detroit Lakes, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Des Moines to Detroit Lakes that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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