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Des Moines to Cedar Rapids Bus Schedule
Bus from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids. Traveling by bus from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids usually takes around 3 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest Burlington Trailways bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 103 mi (167 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $47.50 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Burlington Trailways |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Price trends for buses from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids
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What bus companies travel from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids. Burlington Trailways is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington Trailways | 2 | 3h 43m | $52.50 |
Book Burlington Trailways from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids from $48. There are 2 trips per day offered by Burlington Trailways from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids and you can expect on average to pay for a Burlington Trailways ticket to Cedar Rapids. In Des Moines, Burlington Trailways departs to Cedar Rapids from Des Moines . In Cedar Rapids, Burlington Trailways arrives at Cedar Rapids (The Eastern Iowa Airport) .
An average trip on Burlington Trailways from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids takes 3 hours and 43 minutes , while the fastest available Burlington Trailways trip will get you to Cedar Rapids in 3 hours and 25 minutes .
On weekends, Burlington Trailways offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Cedar Rapids.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 103 miles from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 25 minutes. 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.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 12:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids, 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 bus leave from in Des Moines?
Main departure station: Des Moines
Most buses depart from the main station in Des Moines.
All bus stations in Des Moines:
Des Moines
Where does the bus arrive in Cedar Rapids?
Main arrival station: Cedar Rapids (The Eastern Iowa Airport)
All buses from Des Moines arrive at one main station in Cedar Rapids.
All bus stations in Cedar Rapids:
Cedar Rapids (The Eastern Iowa Airport)
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