Bus Tickets from Des Moines to Iowa City

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Next departures for Des Moines to Iowa City on November 10
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    		Des Moines
    		Iowa CityCheapestFastest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc.
      		Des Moines
      		Iowa CityNo tags
      Greyhound Lines, Inc.
        		Des Moines
        		Iowa CityNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 7:23 AM CST.

        Get from Des Moines to Iowa City

        This route is served by bus only

        The journey takes about 2 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        3bus per day
        2h 15mAverage Duration
        172 kmDistance
        4kgCO₂ emissions

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from Des Moines to Iowa City by bus

        1. What is the travel distance from Des Moines to Iowa City?

          Des Moines and Iowa City are 174 km (108 miles) apart.

        2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Des Moines to Iowa City?

          Buses departing from Jefferson/Trailways Depot in Des Moines will take you to Court Street Bus Station in Iowa City.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

        Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

        Best price found
        11-07
        $34
        11-08
        $36
        Today
        $36
        11-10
        $34
        11-11
        No data
        11-12
        No data
        11-13
        No data
        11-14
        $36
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Des Moines to Iowa City was searched and found on Nov 7, 2025 with a price of $34

        To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Des Moines to Iowa City, as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from $34 to $80 for a bus ticket from Des Moines to Iowa City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-11-10.

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