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Bus San Jose to Des Moines: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$209
Average Bus Trip Duration3d 5h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure8:05am
Distance2464 km

San Jose to Des Moines Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose (CA), US - Des Moines

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

    The bus ride from San Jose to Des Moines takes 3d 5h, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Des Moines in about 3d 5h.

  2. What is the distance between San Jose and Des Moines?

    San Jose and Des Moines are 2465 km (1529 miles) apart.

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

    Buses departing from Diridon Station in San Jose will take you to Jefferson/Trailways Depot in Des Moines.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose to Des Moines?

    The least expensive option to go from San Jose to Des Moines would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$209, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

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

    The bus from San Jose to Des Moines will cost you US$209, on average.

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

    Yes! If you're heading from San Jose to Des Moines, you'll find buses departing until 8:05am and arriving the next day.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Jose to Des Moines.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Jose 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 San Jose 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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