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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Cedar Rapids to Des Moines. Traveling by bus from Cedar Rapids to Des Moines usually takes around 3 hours, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
Distance | 103 mi (167 km) |
Shortest duration | 3h 0m |
Cheapest price | SEK 510.01 |
Most frequent service | Burlington Trailways |
Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Cedar Rapids to Des Moines?
Bus tickets for a trip from Cedar Rapids to Des Moines cost SEK 510.01 on average. Tickets cheaper than SEK 510.01 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
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What bus companies travel from Cedar Rapids to Des Moines?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Cedar Rapids to Des Moines. Burlington Trailways is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Burlington Trailways | 1 | 3h 0m | SEK 511.53 |
Book Burlington Trailways from Cedar Rapids to Des Moines from SEK 510. Typically there is one Burlington Trailways schedule per day from Cedar Rapids to Des Moines and you can expect on average to pay for a Burlington Trailways ticket to Des Moines. In Cedar Rapids, Burlington Trailways departs to Des Moines from Cedar Rapids (Airport - CID) . In Des Moines, Burlington Trailways arrives at Des Moines .
An average trip on Burlington Trailways from Cedar Rapids to Des Moines takes 3 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, Burlington Trailways offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Des Moines.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 3 hours to cover the 103 miles from Cedar Rapids to Des Moines. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Cedar Rapids to Des Moines. It leaves the station in Cedar Rapids at 3:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
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 bus leave from in Cedar Rapids?
Main departure station: Cedar Rapids (Airport - CID)
Most buses depart from the main station in Cedar Rapids.
All bus stations in Cedar Rapids:
Cedar Rapids (Airport - CID)
Where does the bus arrive in Des Moines?
Main arrival station: Des Moines
All buses from Cedar Rapids arrive at one main station in Des Moines.
All bus stations in Des Moines:
Des Moines
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