Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Des Moines: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Diego to Des Moines on December 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Downtown SD (Seaport)
Des Moines (Subway)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Downtown SD (Seaport)
Des Moines (Subway)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Balboa Park
Des Moines (Subway)No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Balboa Park
Des Moines (Subway)No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Des Moines (Subway)No tags

Get from San Diego to Des Moines

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $225, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 17hAverage Duration
1424 milesDistance
57kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Des Moines by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Des Moines?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Des Moines start from $225. The average price for this route is around $227. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Des Moines is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 1424 miles (2297 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Diego to Des Moines route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Des Moines?

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Des Moines at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 2:10pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Des Moines?

    A bus trip from San Diego to Des Moines generates an estimated 57 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Diego to Des Moines?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Des Moines?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to Des Moines?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to Des Moines?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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