Cheap coach tickets from St Paul to Des Moines

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Coach from St Paul to Des Moines: Journey Information

There are 9 intercity coaches per day from St Paul to Des Moines. Travelling by coach from St Paul to Des Moines usually takes around 8 hours and 7 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines coach can make the trip in 5 hours.

Distance
233 mi (375 km)
Shortest duration
5h
Cheapest price
£33.35
Trips per day
9
Most frequent service
Jefferson Lines
Coach lines
2

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How much is a coach ticket from St Paul to Des Moines?

Coach tickets for a trip from St Paul to Des Moines cost about £41 when you book at the cheapest time, 6 days ahead. Tickets cheaper than £41 are an excellent bargain. 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 St Paul to Des Moines by travel date

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If you're planning to travel by coach from St Paul to Des Moines in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £50 to £55. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 7 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Des Moines this week, coach tickets are available starting at £50.

Average coach ticket prices from St Paul to Des Moines by month

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Taking the coach from St Paul to Des Moines is usually cheapest in October, when the average ticket price is only £62. If you're planning to take the coach from St Paul to Des Moines during March, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £93. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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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 find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 6 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £12.54 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from St Paul to Des Moines?

There are two coach lines that have daily service from St Paul to Des Moines that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Jefferson Lines usually offers more choice, with 8 scheduled trips per day.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Jefferson Lines88h 23m£42.07
Tornado Bus15h 5m£123.59
  • 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 St Paul to Des Moines with ticket prices as low as £33.35.

  • Tornado Bus is a Texan coach company operating in Texas and Mexico. Their coach service connects cities such as Houston, McAllen, San Antonio, and the international border at El Paso. Their coaches offer onboard WiFi, plenty of leg room, air conditioning, toilets, and power sockets.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from St Paul to Des Moines

There are 9 scheduled coaches that travel from St Paul to Des Moines every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

Trips per day

9

Direct trips

2

The coach takes an average of 8 hours and 7 minutes to cover the 233 miles from St Paul to Des Moines. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 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.

Distance (mi)

233

Distance (km)

375

The first coach leaves at 9:25 and the last coach leaves at 22:15. To see the times for all coaches from St Paul to Des Moines, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

9:25am

Latest coach

10:15pm

Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from St Paul to Des Moines for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

Most crowded

Friday

Least crowded

Tuesday

City Information

St Paul

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Saint Paul is the capital of Minnesota, and is one of the Twin Cities, along with its neighbour across the Mississippi River, Minneapolis. As the seat of Minnesota's government, Saint Paul offers historic and cultural attractions which represent both the state and the American Midwest as a whole.

For a comprehensive introduction to the region's history, start your trip at the Minnesota History Center, just down the street from the grounds of the State Capitol building. There are museums in Saint Paul for all types of interests, including the Science Museum of Minnesota and the Schubert Club Musical Instrument Museum. For an extra dash of Saint Paul history, take a stroll down Summit Avenue, a stylish street of drool-worthy Victorian houses and mansions, including the home of F. Scott Fitzgerald.

If you're brave enough to visit Saint Paul during the freezing winters, you'll be rewarded with the Saint Paul Winter Carnival, a yearly event where you can explore ice palaces, watch live ice sculpting, and compete in city-wide scavenger hunts. Saint Paul is also one of the country's best cities for craft beer, so save time to taste some local ales or even brew your own beer at Vine Park Brewing Co.

Saint Paul is a hub for travel in the Midwest thanks in part to Amtrak's Empire Builder train service which stops at Saint Paul Union Depot. Coach service from stations throughout town and nearby Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport make it easy to travel to and from this saintly city.

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 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 St Paul?

Main departure station: Union Depot

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Located right on the banks of the Mississippi River in Saint Paul’s Lowertown neighbourhood, Union Depot has a remarkable history dating back to 1881. It remains the major transport hub of Saint Paul, as well as the designated station for Amtrak service in the Twin Cities. Besides the long-haul Empire Builder train, the station serves Jefferson Lines and Greyhound intercity coaches and connects to local public transit. Within the Union Depot complex, you’ll find a coffee shop, restaurant, bike shop, car hire company, and can even join a public tour to admire the architecture and learn about the station’s storied past.

All coach stations in St Paul:

  • Union Depot
  • 178 Cesar Chavez St

Where does the coach arrive in Des Moines?

Main arrival station: Des Moines

These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Des Moines.

Coach stations in Des Moines:

  • Des Moines
  • Diversity Insurance Inc

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