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Des Moines to Sioux Falls Coach Timetable

Coach from Des Moines to Sioux Falls: Journey Information

There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Des Moines to Sioux Falls. Traveling by coach from Des Moines to Sioux Falls usually takes around 12 hours and 36 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines coach can make the trip in 6 hours,

Distance208 mi (335 km)
Shortest duration6h 0m
Cheapest priceTRY 5,166.52
Most frequent serviceJefferson Lines
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What coach companies travel from Des Moines to Sioux Falls?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Des Moines to Sioux Falls. Jefferson Lines connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Jefferson Lines312h 36mTRY 6,809.14
  • Book Jefferson Lines from Des Moines to Sioux Falls from TRY 5,167. There are 3 Jefferson Lines schedules from Des Moines to Sioux Falls and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Sioux Falls. In Des Moines, Jefferson Lines departs to Sioux Falls from Des Moines and no other station. In Sioux Falls, Jefferson Lines arrives at 4110 W Maple St and no other station.

    An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Des Moines to Sioux Falls takes 12 hours and 36 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Sioux Falls in 6 hours and 0 minutes .

    On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Sioux Falls.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Des Moines to Sioux Falls

The coach takes an average of 12 hours and 36 minutes to cover the 208 miles from Des Moines to Sioux Falls. However, the fastest coach only takes 6 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

"With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for coach travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Sioux Falls, book your ticket for the last day of the week."

The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 18:00. To see the times for all coaches from Des Moines to Sioux Falls, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Des Moines to Sioux Falls every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.

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 coach leave from in Des Moines?

Main departure station: Des Moines

Most coaches depart from the main station in Des Moines.

All coach stations in Des Moines:

  • Des Moines

Where does the coach arrive in Sioux Falls?

Main arrival station: 4110 W Maple St

All coaches from Des Moines arrive at one main station in Sioux Falls.

Coach stations in Sioux Falls:

  • 4110 W Maple St

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