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Burnsville to Des Moines bus

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Burnsville - Des Moines Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 2 intercity buses per day from Burnsville to Des Moines. Traveling by bus from Burnsville to Des Moines usually takes around 4 hours and 58 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 40 minutes.

Distance219 mi (353 km)
Shortest duration4h 40m
Cheapest price€89.64
Trips per day2
Most frequent serviceJefferson Lines
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How much is a bus ticket from Burnsville to Des Moines?

€89.64 is the average price of a bus ticket from Burnsville to Des Moines. While it’s on the pricier side for a bus ticket, taking the bus is still a cheaper alternative to flying. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Monthly average prices

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Bus tickets from Burnsville to Des Moines are usually around €60 and prices do not fluctuate very much throughout the year.

What bus companies travel from Burnsville to Des Moines?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Burnsville to Des Moines. Jefferson Lines is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Jefferson Lines24h 58m€92.41
  • Book Jefferson Lines from Burnsville to Des Moines from €90. There are 2 Jefferson Lines schedules from Burnsville to Des Moines and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Des Moines. In Burnsville, Jefferson Lines departs to Des Moines from Minnesota Valley Transit Authority and no other station. In Des Moines, Jefferson Lines arrives at Des Moines and no other station.

    An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Burnsville to Des Moines takes 4 hours and 58 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Des Moines in 4 hours and 40 minutes .

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 58 minutes to cover the 353 kilometers from Burnsville to Des Moines. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 40 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

"Travel trends tend to vary greatly for bus trips from Burnsville to Des Moines."

The first bus leaves at 12:00pm and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Burnsville to Des Moines, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are usually only 2 buses per day from Burnsville to Des Moines. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.

City Information

Des Moines

Des Moines, IA, US - DSM-0

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Des Moines is the capital city of Iowa and the most populous city in the state. It has been named the third-largest insurance capital in the world because of its relevance in the US insurance industry. Des Moines is home to historic landmarks, especially in the East Village area. These include the gold-domed Iowa State Capitol building. Art lovers can visit the Des Moines Art Center, which has notable contemporary collections, and the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, a pedestrian space with public attractions. Des Moines also has spots for outdoor adventures, like the Blank Park Zoo, Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, and Living History Farms.

Des Moines offers diverse places for entertainment, like the Praire Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel, and the Salisbury House & Gardens, a concert venue in a 1920s manor. In the heart of the city is Downtown Des Moines, which has different attractions and entertainment venues, festivals and concerts, shopping spots, sports teams, restaurants, bars, and breweries.

It's very easy to access Des Moines when you're traveling by bus. Over a hundred neighboring cities offer bus lines to the city, powered by companies like Jefferson Lines, Tornado Bus, Burlington Trailways, and El Expreso Bus. The Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority also provides bus routes throughout the city.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Burnsville?

Main departure station: Minnesota Valley Transit Authority

Most buses depart from the main station in Burnsville.

All bus stations in Burnsville:

  • Minnesota Valley Transit Authority

Where does the bus arrive in Des Moines?

Main arrival station: Des Moines

All buses from Burnsville arrive at one main station in Des Moines.

Bus stations in Des Moines:

  • Des Moines

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