How much does a bus ticket from Des Moines to Minneapolis cost?

The bus ticket price from Des Moines to Minneapolis starts at R 1 204. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Des Moines to Minneapolis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Des Moines to Minneapolis?

The average travel time between Des Moines and Minneapolis is around 6h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 29m. This is the time it takes to travel the 378 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Des Moines and Minneapolis?

The number of buses from Des Moines to Minneapolis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Des Moines to Minneapolis by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Des Moines to Minneapolis?

When taking the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Jefferson Lines, Tornado Bus, Jefferson Lines.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolis?

Buses travelling between Des Moines and Minneapolis leave from Jefferson/Trailways Depot or 1514 East Grand Ave and arrive at Greyhound Station, MSP Airport.

Bus Des Moines to Minneapolis from R 1 171 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Des Moines to Minneapolis on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	05:30	Des Moines (Subway)	18h 45m	00:15	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	05:30	Des Moines (Subway)	1d	06:20	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	23:30	Des Moines	11h 10m	10:40	Minneapolis (U of MN - Huron Blvd)	No tags
	Bus	12:10	Des Moines	5h 35m	17:45	Minneapolis	No tags
	Bus	18:30	Des Moines	23h 20m	17:50	MSP Airport T1 (Minneapolis International Airport)	No tags

Get from Des Moines to Minneapolis

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 204, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

6h 50mAverage duration

374 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Jefferson Lines

4/5759 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4

WiFi3.2

Based on 11 reviews, Jefferson Lines was rated 3.7 stars for this trip. Jefferson Lines ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 204, with the trip lasting on average 537.

Jefferson Lines Des Moines Minneapolis recent customer reviews

AWFUL customer service in des moines. The manager Thomas is rude and disrespectful and did not show up at his time for his shift. As well as an older white gentlemen working there who would not tell me him name. He was quite rude as well. The bus station was locked and I had to stand in the freezing cold for an hour downtown alone. He felt no remorse did not apologize and was completely disrespectful. Honestly worst service I have ever had in my life. The bus drivers on the other hand were good and had no issues with them. Just issues with the workers at the Des Moines station.

Domonique N.

19 January 2020

Got to my destination on time, maybe even a bit early. Arrived in one piece lol that's all that matters.

Nickolas B.

12 January 2020

Bryant aka bear, was great. He got us safely where we needed to go. He has a wonderful personality and If I ride again I hope he’s my driver.

Eric C.

18 January 2019

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.7

Based on 155 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the value for money but often complained with the timeliness. Tornado Bus ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 207

Tornado Bus Des Moines Minneapolis recent customer reviews

In addition to the bus being 3.5 hours late, the customer service both on the phone and the lack of security from the bus drivers were vertually non existent. The phone rep was very inexperienced in answering our questions and unprofessional in his interaction with us example: “ah, ok bye”, is not way a business says goodbye to a customer... While the ride on the bus was overall fine, the bus pick up and drop off stations was literally a curb side pickup and drop off. No sign and no representative to meet at an office or enclosure to ask questions or have a safe place to wait when your bus is half a day late to their location. Overall my wife and I had a poor experience, even by low expectation standards. We will not be using this service again.

Ryan J.

22 July 2018

My 7:45am bus arrived at 9:15am, whenever everyone (including the drivers) departed to buy and consume tamales. We didn't leave until 9:45pm, a full two hours late. The direct route promised was not followed; we got off the main highways to take a very time-consuming trip to a smaller town to let one person off. In total, we were 3 hours late arriving in Minneapolis. That's not what I signed on for.

Anne G.

8 July 2018

They were over an hour late and did not notify me at all- the pickup locations were also very strange and unclear.

Annie S.

1 June 2018

Jefferson Lines

4/5759 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4

WiFi3.2

Based on 11 reviews, Jefferson Lines was rated 3.7 stars for this trip. Jefferson Lines ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 204, with the trip lasting on average 537.

Jefferson Lines Des Moines Minneapolis recent customer reviews

AWFUL customer service in des moines. The manager Thomas is rude and disrespectful and did not show up at his time for his shift. As well as an older white gentlemen working there who would not tell me him name. He was quite rude as well. The bus station was locked and I had to stand in the freezing cold for an hour downtown alone. He felt no remorse did not apologize and was completely disrespectful. Honestly worst service I have ever had in my life. The bus drivers on the other hand were good and had no issues with them. Just issues with the workers at the Des Moines station.

Domonique N.

19 January 2020

Got to my destination on time, maybe even a bit early. Arrived in one piece lol that's all that matters.

Nickolas B.

12 January 2020

Bryant aka bear, was great. He got us safely where we needed to go. He has a wonderful personality and If I ride again I hope he’s my driver.

Eric C.

18 January 2019

Greyhound

3.5/587 371 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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Where are the popular stops in Des Moines and Minneapolis?

Stops in Des Moines

A - Jefferson/Trailways Depot

B - 1514 East Grand Ave

Stops in Minneapolis

A - Greyhound Station

B - MSP Airport

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Des Moines to Minneapolis by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Des Moines to Minneapolis cost?
The bus ticket price from Des Moines to Minneapolis starts at R 1 204. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Des Moines to Minneapolis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Des Moines to Minneapolis?
The average travel time between Des Moines and Minneapolis is around 6h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 29m. This is the time it takes to travel the 378 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Des Moines and Minneapolis?
The number of buses from Des Moines to Minneapolis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Des Moines to Minneapolis by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Des Moines to Minneapolis?
When taking the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Jefferson Lines, Tornado Bus, Jefferson Lines.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolis?
Buses travelling between Des Moines and Minneapolis leave from Jefferson/Trailways Depot or 1514 East Grand Ave and arrive at Greyhound Station, MSP Airport.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

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R 2 098

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R 2 098

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R 2 098

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R 1 171

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The cheapest trip from Des Moines to Minneapolis was searched and found on 16 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 171

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 Minneapolis as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 171 to R 2 098 for a bus ticket from Des Moines to Minneapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 171, which is on 2025-11-16.

Usually Tornado Bus 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.