Find coaches from Des Moines to Philadelphia, PA

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Next departures from Des Moines to Philadelphia on 10 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
Des Moines (Subway)
Cherry Hill MallNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Des Moines (Subway)
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Des Moines (Subway)
Philadelphia (Logan Square)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Des Moines (Subway)
Frazer - 56-40 Matthews RdNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Des Moines (Subway)
199 Spring Garden St.No tags

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Bus Des Moines to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$235
Average bus trip duration1d 10h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure05:30
Distance968 miles
Latest bus departure09:30

Des Moines to Philadelphia Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Des Moines - Philadelphia, PA

  1. What's the distance between Des Moines and Philadelphia by coach?

    The journey from Des Moines to Philadelphia by coach covers an approximate distance of 969 miles (1563 km).

  2. How can I travel from Des Moines to Philadelphia avoiding air travel?

    To travel from Des Moines to Philadelphia without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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US$221
09/10
US$255
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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Des Moines to Philadelphia.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Des Moines to Philadelphia that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

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

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.

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