Bus Tickets from Los Angeles, US to Des Moines

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines (Subway)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines (Subway)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines (Subway)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines (Subway)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Los Angeles, US to Des Moines: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$278
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 14h
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure12:30am
Distance2310 km
Latest bus departure11:50pm

Los Angeles to Des Moines Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Los Angeles, US - Des Moines

  1. How far is Los Angeles from Des Moines?

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

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

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

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