Bus Tickets from Philadelphia (PA) to Des Moines

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Cheap buses leaving Thursday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 19 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
    Arrival time: June 20 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines (Subway)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 19 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: June 20 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines (Subway)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 19 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: June 20 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines (Subway)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Philadelphia to Des Moines: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$226
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 5h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure3:55am
Distance1528 km
Latest bus departure10:20am

Philadelphia to Des Moines Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Philadelphia (PA) - Des Moines

  1. How long does it take to get to Des Moines from Philadelphia by bus?

    The typical travel time from Philadelphia to Des Moines by bus is around 2d 5h. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Des Moines in 1d 11h

  2. What is the distance between Philadelphia and Des Moines?

    The distance covered from Philadelphia to Des Moines is 1563 km (969 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Philadelphia to Des Moines?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Philadelphia Airport, in Philadelphia, and end it at Jefferson/Trailways Depot, in Des Moines.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia to Des Moines?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Philadelphia to Des Moines. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$224, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much is the bus from Philadelphia to Des Moines?

    The bus fare from Philadelphia to Des Moines is approximately US$226.

  6. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Philadelphia to Des Moines?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Philadelphia until 10:20am and reaching Des Moines on the following day.

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US$168
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia to Des Moines was searched and found on Jun 20, 2025 with a price of US$168

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

You can expect to pay from US$168 to US$172 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Des Moines based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$168 which is on 2025-06-20.

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