Bus Des Moines to Milwaukee: Trip Overview
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Des Moines to Milwaukee Bus
Busbud helps you find a bus from Des Moines to Milwaukee. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.
We make sure you can find a bus service from Des Moines to Milwaukee from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.
Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Milwaukee from Des Moines, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Des Moines - Milwaukee
How long is the bus ride from Des Moines to Milwaukee?
The typical travel time from Des Moines to Milwaukee by bus is around 12h 15m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Milwaukee in 10h 45m
How far is Des Moines from Milwaukee?
It's about 496 km (308 miles) from Des Moines to Milwaukee.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Des Moines to Milwaukee?
Buses departing from Jefferson/Trailways Depot in Des Moines will take you to Milwaukee Airport in Milwaukee.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Des Moines to Milwaukee?
The least expensive option to go from Des Moines to Milwaukee would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$58, making this your best choice for this trip.
How much does it cost to take the bus from Des Moines to Milwaukee?
You can expect to pay around US$88 for the bus ride from Des Moines to Milwaukee.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Des Moines to Milwaukee was searched and found on Jun 3, 2025 with a price of US$168To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Des Moines to Milwaukee, as early as possible.
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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Des Moines and Milwaukee!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Des Moines to Milwaukee, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Des Moines to Milwaukee.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Des Moines to Milwaukee, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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