Cheap coach tickets from Saint Cloud to Des Moines
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Coach from Saint Cloud to Des Moines: Journey Information
There are 8 intercity coaches per day from Saint Cloud to Des Moines. Travelling by coach from Saint Cloud to Des Moines usually takes around 10 hours and 39 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines coach can make the trip in 7 hours and 10 minutes.
- Distance
- 275 mi (442 km)
- Shortest duration
- 7h 10m
- Cheapest price
- £86.09
- Trips per day
- 8
- Most frequent service
- Jefferson Lines
- Coach lines
- 1
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Saint Cloud to Des Moines Coach Timetable

There are several coach options that can take you from Saint Cloud to Des Moines:
See more detailsHow much is a coach ticket from Saint Cloud to Des Moines?
Coach tickets for a trip from Saint Cloud to Des Moines cost about £89 when you book at the cheapest time, 1 day ahead. Coach tickets on this route can be a bit expensive due to the length of the trip. But even with a higher price tag, taking the coach is often more affordable than flying to Des Moines. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from Saint Cloud to Des Moines by travel date
If you're planning to travel by coach from Saint Cloud to Des Moines in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £109 to £109. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 12 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Des Moines this week, coach tickets are available starting at £109.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To save money on coach tickets and ensure availability, it's always best to book in advance.
What coach companies travel from Saint Cloud to Des Moines?
There is one intercity coach company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Saint Cloud to Des Moines. Jefferson Lines connects the two cities by coach, it offers multiple scheduled coaches per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 8 | 10h 39m | £99.28 |
Jefferson Lines is a well-established intercity coach company with service to some of the Midwest’s top travel destinations. As one of the United States’ largest coach service providers, Jefferson Lines is beloved by students, commuters, and vacationers in America’s heartland. Travel with Jefferson Lines is comfortable thanks to reclining seats, individual climate controls, toilets, and free WiFi. You can even check the status of your trip with their coach tracker tool. The carrier provides safe, affordable, and reliable service from Saint Cloud to Des Moines with ticket prices as low as £86.09.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Saint Cloud to Des Moines
There are 8 scheduled coaches that travel from Saint Cloud to Des Moines 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.
Trips per day
8
Direct trips
0
The coach takes an average of 10 hours and 39 minutes to cover the 275 miles from Saint Cloud to Des Moines. However, the fastest coach only takes 7 hours and 10 minutes. 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.
Distance (mi)
275
Distance (km)
442
The first coach leaves at 7:45 and the last coach leaves at 20:05. To see the times for all coaches from Saint Cloud to Des Moines, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
7:45am
Latest coach
8:05pm
With many people travelling 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 Des Moines, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
Most crowded
Wednesday
Least crowded
Sunday
City Information
Des Moines

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 Prairie 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 travelling by coach. Over a hundred neighbouring cities offer coach 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 coach routes throughout the city.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Saint Cloud?
Main departure station: 510 1st St S
Coaches to Des Moines leave from 5 stations in Saint Cloud.
All coach stations in Saint Cloud:
- 510 1st St S
- St. Cloud (SCSU - Atwood Center)
- Saint Cloud (St Cloud State Univ)
- 4325 Clearwater Rd
- 4801 Veterans Dr
Where does the coach arrive in Des Moines?
Main arrival station: Des Moines
All coaches from Saint Cloud arrive at one main station in Des Moines.
Coach stations in Des Moines:
- Des Moines
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