What is the distance between Houston and Des Moines?

The distance separating Houston and Des Moines is 823 miles (1328 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Houston to Des Moines?

If you're headed to Des Moines from Houston, chances are that your bus will leave from Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway and arrive at Jefferson/Trailways Depot. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Houston to Des Moines from $215 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Houston to Des Moines on November 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:10am	Houston Bus Station	1d 13h	3:55pm	Des Moines (Subway)	No tags
Greyhound + Valley Transit	Bus	12:01pm	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	2d 3h	3:55pm	Des Moines (Subway)	No tags
	Bus	7:00pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 20h	3:55pm	Des Moines (Subway)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	7:35pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	1d 20h	3:55pm	Des Moines (Subway)	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	7:35pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	1d 20h	3:55pm	Des Moines (Subway)	No tags

Get from Houston to Des Moines

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 22 hours 51 minutes and with fares starting at just $227, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

22h 51mAverage Duration

822 milesDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

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Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.7

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $227 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

Greyhound

3.5/587,370 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,293 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.