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TodayAug 10
TomorrowAug 11
from US$165
TueAug 12
from US$137
WedAug 13
from US$158
ThuAug 14
from US$144
FriAug 15
SatAug 16
from US$155
SunAug 17

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 11 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines (Subway)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 11 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    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 11 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines (Subway)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 11 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: GW Bridge
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines (Subway)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 11 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York (Hudson Yards)
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines (Subway)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus New York City to Des Moines: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$173
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 21h
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure1:30am
Distance1641 km
Latest bus departure10:00pm

New York City to Des Moines Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Des Moines

  1. What is the travel distance from New York City to Des Moines?

    New York City and Des Moines are 1643 km (1019 miles) apart.

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

    Buses departing from GW Bridge in New York City 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
08-08
US$165
08-09
US$205
Today
US$159
08-11
US$157
08-12
US$130
08-13
US$171
08-14
US$137
08-15
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Des Moines was searched and found on Aug 12, 2025 with a price of US$130

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

You can expect to pay from US$130 to US$222 for a bus ticket from New York City to Des Moines based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$130 which is on 2025-08-12.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from New York City to Des Moines, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from New York City to Des Moines.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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