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Bus Des Moines to Milwaukee: Trip Overview

Bus Des Moines to Milwaukee: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$110
Average Bus Trip Duration13h 40m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure5:25 AM
Latest bus departure11:30 PM

Des Moines to Milwaukee Buses

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Des Moines - Milwaukee

The average bus ticket price from Des Moines to Milwaukee is US$110. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Des Moines to Milwaukee is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Des Moines and Milwaukee is around 13h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 20m.This is the time it takes to travel the 496 km that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Des Moines to Milwaukee can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Des Moines to Milwaukee by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Buses travelling between Des Moines and Milwaukee leave from Jefferson/Trailways Depot or 1514 East Grand Ave and arrive at Milwaukee Airport, Intermodal Station, S Cesar Chavez.

About Bus Travel

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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Bus from Milwaukee to Des Moines

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