Find coaches from New York City to Des Moines

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Next departures from New York City to Des Moines on 6 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New York Port Authority
Des Moines (Subway)Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Des Moines (Subway)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New York Port Authority
Des Moines (Subway)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Des Moines (Subway)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Des Moines (Subway)No tags

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Bus New York City to Des Moines: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$179
Average bus trip duration1d 20h
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure01:05
Distance1019 miles
Latest bus departure23:45

New York City to Des Moines Bus

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

  1. How far is Des Moines from New York City by coach?

    The journey from New York City to Des Moines by coach covers an approximate distance of 1019 miles (1643 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Des Moines from New York City without flying?

    To travel from New York City to Des Moines 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.

Best price found
30/08
US$219
31/08
No data
Today
US$198
02/09
US$136
03/09
No data
04/09
US$133
05/09
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06/09
US$121
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Des Moines was searched and found on 6 Sept 2025 with a price of US$121

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$121 to US$254 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$121, which is on 2025-09-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from New York City 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 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.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from New York City to Des Moines while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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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