Bus Tickets from Madison (WI) to Des Moines

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 9 at
    Departure city: Madison
    Departure location: North Lake St
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines (Subway)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 9 at
    Departure city: Madison
    Departure location: University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center
    Arrival time: June 9 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 9 at
    Departure city: Madison
    Departure location: Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines (Subway)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 9 at
    Departure city: Madison
    Departure location: University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center
    Arrival time: June 9 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 9 at
    Departure city: Madison
    Departure location: University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Madison to Des Moines: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$113
Average Bus Trip Duration18h 35m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure10:10am
Distance388 km
Latest bus departure8:00pm

Madison to Des Moines Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Madison (WI) - Des Moines

  1. How long is the trip from Madison to Des Moines by bus?

    The typical travel time from Madison to Des Moines by bus is around 18h 35m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 12h 55m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Madison to Des Moines?

    The distance covered from Madison to Des Moines is 384 km (238 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Madison to Des Moines?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at UW Memorial Union, in Madison, and end it at Jefferson/Trailways Depot, in Des Moines.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Madison to Des Moines?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Des Moines from Madison; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$68, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Madison to Des Moines?

    The bus fare from Madison to Des Moines is approximately US$113.

  6. Is there an overnight bus from Madison to Des Moines?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Madison until 8:00pm and reaching Des Moines on the following day.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Madison to Des Moines was searched and found on Jun 9, 2025 with a price of US$168

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

You can expect to pay from US$168 to US$168 for a bus ticket from Madison to Des Moines based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$168 which is on 2025-06-09.

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Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Madison to Des Moines will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Madison to Des Moines while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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.

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

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!

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