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Bus St Louis to Des Moines: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$154
Average Bus Trip Duration10h 20m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure7:50am
Distance422 km
Latest bus departure8:10am

St Louis to Des Moines Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip St Louis - Des Moines

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

    The trip from St Louis to Des Moines will take on average 10h 20m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 10h.

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

    It's about 441 km (273 miles) from St Louis to Des Moines.

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

    Buses departing from Gateway Station in St Louis will take you to Jefferson/Trailways Depot in Des Moines.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from St Louis to Des Moines?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Des Moines from St Louis; it tends to be more affordable. Starting at US$149, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

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

    You can expect to pay around US$154 for the bus ride from St Louis to Des Moines.

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from St Louis to Des Moines, get comfy and count the stars.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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!

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.

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