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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Minneapolis
    Departure location: Minneapolis (U of MN - Huron Blvd)
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Minneapolis
    Departure location: Minneapolis
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Minneapolis
    Departure location: Minneapolis Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines (Subway)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Minneapolis
    Departure location: Minneapolis (U of MN - Huron Blvd)
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Minneapolis
    Departure location: Lake St & Bloomington Ave
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines, (IA - Diversity Insurance/Seguros Mundo Latino)
    Operated by: ExpresoExpreso
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Minneapolis to Des Moines: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$69
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 10m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure10:30am
Distance374 km
Latest bus departure10:45pm

Minneapolis to Des Moines Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Minneapolis - Des Moines

  1. What is the travel distance from Minneapolis to Des Moines?

    The distance between Minneapolis and Des Moines is approximately 378 km (234 miles).

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

    Buses departing from Greyhound Station in Minneapolis will take you to Jefferson/Trailways Depot in Des Moines.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-09
US$67
08-10
US$67
Today
US$67
08-12
US$67
08-13
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08-14
US$67
08-15
US$67
08-16
US$67
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Minneapolis to Des Moines was searched and found on Aug 9, 2025 with a price of US$67

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

You can expect to pay from US$67 to US$188 for a bus ticket from Minneapolis to Des Moines based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$67 which is on 2025-08-12.

Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc. will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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