Find coaches from Des Moines to Los Angeles, US

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Next departures from Des Moines to Los Angeles on 2 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
Des Moines (Subway)
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Des Moines (Subway)
Lankershim/Magnolia - North HollywoodNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Des Moines (Subway)
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Des Moines (Subway)
Los Angeles (Americanstar)No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Des Moines (Subway)
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)No tags

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Bus Des Moines to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$299
Average bus trip duration2d 12h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure05:30
Distance1433 miles

Des Moines to Los Angeles Bus

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

  1. What's the distance between Des Moines and Los Angeles by coach?

    The journey from Des Moines to Los Angeles by coach covers an approximate distance of 1435 miles (2314 km).

  2. How can I travel from Des Moines to Los Angeles avoiding air travel?

    To travel from Des Moines to Los Angeles without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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US$230
02/10
US$227
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Des Moines to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 2 Oct 2025 with a price of US$227

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

You can expect to pay from US$227 to US$230 for a bus ticket from Des Moines to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$227, which is on 2025-10-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Des Moines to Los Angeles but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Des Moines to Los Angeles, 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 Des Moines to Los Angeles.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Des Moines to Los Angeles, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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