Find coaches from Portland, OR to Des Moines

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Next departures from Portland to Des Moines on 7 October
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Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Portland Curbside Bus Stop
Des MoinesCheapestFastest

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Bus Portland, OR to Des Moines: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$288
Average bus trip duration3d 10h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure02:00
Distance1470 miles
Latest bus departure20:00

Portland to Des Moines Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Portland, OR - Des Moines

  1. How far is Des Moines from Portland by coach?

    The journey from Portland to Des Moines by coach covers an approximate distance of 1471 miles (2372 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Des Moines from Portland without flying?

    To travel from Portland to Des Moines 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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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Des Moines was searched and found on 7 Oct 2025 with a price of US$264

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

You can expect to pay from US$264 to US$264 for a bus ticket from Portland, OR to Des Moines based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$264, which is on 2025-10-07.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Portland to Des Moines.

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 Portland to Des Moines 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 Portland to Des Moines while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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.

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

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.

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Bus from Des Moines to Portland, OR

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