Find coaches from Houston, US to Des Moines

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Next departures from Houston to Des Moines on 5 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Tornado Bus + Expreso
Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)
Des Moines, (IA - Diversity Insurance/Seguros Mundo Latino)CheapestFastest
Expreso
Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)
Des Moines, (IA - Diversity Insurance/Seguros Mundo Latino)No tags

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Bus Houston, US to Des Moines: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$234
Average bus trip duration1d 19h
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure02:00
Distance825 miles
Latest bus departure23:20

Houston to Des Moines Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Houston to Des Moines is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Houston to Des Moines, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Houston, US - Des Moines

  1. How far is Des Moines from Houston by coach?

    The distance between Houston and Des Moines by coach is approximately 823 miles (1328 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Houston to Des Moines without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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

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US$215
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to Des Moines was searched and found on 2 Oct 2025 with a price of US$215

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

You can expect to pay from US$215 to US$226 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Des Moines based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$215, which is on 2025-10-04.

Usually Greyhound 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Houston 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 Houston to Des Moines, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Houston to Des Moines that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Houston to Des Moines.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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