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Saint Cloud to Des Moines Coach Timetable
Coach from Saint Cloud to Des Moines: Journey Information
There are 7 intercity coaches per day from Saint Cloud to Des Moines. Traveling by coach from Saint Cloud to Des Moines usually takes around 15 hours and 1 minute, but the fastest Jefferson Lines coach can make the trip in 7 hours,
| Distance | 275 mi (442 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 0m |
| Cheapest price | US$121.00 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Saint Cloud to Des Moines?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Saint Cloud to Des Moines. Jefferson Lines connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 7 | 15h 1m | US$136.00 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Saint Cloud to Des Moines from US$121. There are 7 Jefferson Lines schedules from Saint Cloud to Des Moines and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Des Moines. In Saint Cloud, Jefferson Lines departs to Des Moines from 510 1st St S and 3 other stations. In Des Moines, Jefferson Lines arrives at Des Moines and no other station.
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Saint Cloud to Des Moines takes 15 hours and 1 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Des Moines in 7 hours and 0 minutes .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Saint Cloud to Des Moines
The coach takes an average of 15 hours to cover the 275 miles from Saint Cloud to Des Moines. However, the fastest coach only takes 7 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.
The first coach leaves at 11:00 and the last coach leaves at 16:00. To see the times for all coaches from Saint Cloud to Des Moines, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Des Moines
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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 Saint Cloud?
Main departure station: 510 1st St S
Coaches to Des Moines leave from 4 stations in Saint Cloud.
All coach stations in Saint Cloud:
510 1st St S
St. Cloud (SCSU - Atwood Center)
4801 Veterans Dr
4325 Clearwater Rd
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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