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Bus Des Moines to Kansas City: Trip Overview

Bus Des Moines to Kansas City: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$67
Average bus trip duration3h 30m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure18:30
Latest bus departure23:45

Des Moines to Kansas City buses

Busbud helps you find a bus from Des Moines to Kansas City. 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 Kansas City from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Kansas City 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 - Kansas City

The average bus ticket price from Des Moines to Kansas City is US$67. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Des Moines to Kansas City 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 Kansas City is around 3h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 180 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Des Moines to Kansas City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Des Moines to Kansas City by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Buses travelling between Des Moines and Kansas City leave from Jefferson/Trailways Depot or 1514 East Grand Ave and arrive at Greyhound Station.

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 Kansas City!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Des Moines to Kansas City, 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 Kansas City.

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

Did you know?

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 bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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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