Find coaches from Washington, DC, US to Des Moines

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Washington to Des Moines on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
Dupont Circle
Des Moines (Subway)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.
Des Moines (Subway)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave
Des Moines (Subway)No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave
Des Moines (Subway)No tags
Greyhound
Union Station
Des Moines (Subway)No tags

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Get from Washington to Des Moines

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The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
1d 10hAverage duration
1433 kmDistance
36kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Washington, DC, US to Des Moines: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$177
Average bus trip duration1d 10h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure06:30
Distance1432 km
Latest bus departure23:59

Washington to Des Moines Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Des Moines

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Washington to Des Moines cost?

    The bus ticket price from Washington to Des Moines starts at US$77. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Washington to Des Moines 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!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Washington to Des Moines?

    The average travel time between Washington and Des Moines is around 1d 10h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 2h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1438 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Washington and Des Moines?

    The number of buses from Washington to Des Moines can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Washington to Des Moines by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Washington to Des Moines?

    When taking the bus from Washington to Des Moines, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to Des Moines?

    Buses travelling between Washington and Des Moines leave from Union Station or Dupont Circle and arrive at Jefferson/Trailways Depot, 1514 East Grand Ave.

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US$69
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Des Moines was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$69

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

You can expect to pay from US$69 to US$170 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Des Moines based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$69, which is on 2025-11-05.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Washington to Des Moines will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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