How far is Los Angeles from Des Moines?

The distance separating Los Angeles and Des Moines is 1435 miles (2314 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from Los Angeles to Des Moines leave from UCLA and arrive at Jefferson/Trailways Depot. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Los Angeles to Des Moines from $232 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Los Angeles to Des Moines on November 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:30am	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 13h	3:55pm	Des Moines (Subway)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	1:10pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	3d	3:55pm	Des Moines (Subway)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	10:00pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 15h	3:55pm	Des Moines (Subway)	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	10:00pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 15h	3:55pm	Des Moines (Subway)	No tags
	Bus	11:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	3:55pm	Des Moines (Subway)	No tags

Get from Los Angeles to Des Moines

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $232, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1d 15hAverage Duration

1434 milesDistance

58kgCO₂ emissions

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Greyhound

3.5/587,369 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

3.5/511,288 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.

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