Bus Tickets from Des Moines, IA to Moline, IL

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ThuMay 22
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 22 at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines (Subway)
    Arrival time: May 22 at
    Destination city: Moline
    Destination location: Metrolink Centre Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 22 at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: May 22 at
    Destination city: Moline
    Destination location: Rock Island (Augustana College)
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 22 at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: May 22 at
    Destination city: Moline
    Destination location: Rock Island (Augustana College)
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 22 at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: May 23 at
    Destination city: Moline
    Destination location: Rock Island (Augustana College)
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 22 at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: May 23 at
    Destination city: Moline
    Destination location: Rock Island (Augustana College)
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Des Moines to Moline: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$125
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 15m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure5:30am
Distance254 km
Latest bus departure11:15pm

Des Moines to Moline Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Des Moines - Moline

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

    The typical travel time from Des Moines to Moline by bus is around 9h 15m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Moline in 3h 45m

  2. What is the distance between Des Moines and Moline?

    The distance between Des Moines and Moline is around 258 km (160 miles).

  3. What is the cheapest way to go from Des Moines to Moline?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Des Moines to Moline. Starting at US$45, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

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

    Taking the bus from Des Moines to Moline costs on average US$125.

  5. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Des Moines to Moline?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Des Moines until 11:15pm and reaching Moline on the following day.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Des Moines to Moline was searched and found on May 22, 2025 with a price of US$50

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 Moline, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$50 to US$178 for a bus ticket from Des Moines to Moline based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$50 which is on 2025-05-22.

Usually Burlington Trailways will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Des Moines to Moline, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Moline.

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Did you know?

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.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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