Bus Tickets from Des Moines to Rochester, MN, US

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Next departures for Des Moines to Rochester on October 3
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Jefferson Lines
Des Moines
Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SWNo tags
Jefferson Lines
Des Moines
Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SWNo tags
Jefferson Lines
Des Moines
Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SWNo tags
Jefferson Lines
Des Moines
Rochester Kahler MayoNo tags
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Des Moines
Rochester AirportNo tags

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Bus Des Moines to Rochester, MN, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$66
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 45m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure12:01am
Distance281 km
Latest bus departure11:30pm

Des Moines to Rochester Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Des Moines - Rochester, MN, US

  1. How far is Des Moines from Rochester?

    It's about 285 km (177 miles) from Des Moines to Rochester.

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

    Buses departing from Jefferson/Trailways Depot in Des Moines will take you to Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW in Rochester.

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