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Des Moines to Waterloo Bus Schedule
Bus from Des Moines to Waterloo: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Des Moines to Waterloo. Traveling by bus from Des Moines to Waterloo usually takes around 3 hours and 35 minutes, but the fastest Burlington Trailways bus can make the trip in just one hour and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 90 mi (144 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 55m |
| Cheapest price | NOK 443.84 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Burlington Trailways |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Price trends for buses from Des Moines to Waterloo
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What bus companies travel from Des Moines to Waterloo?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Des Moines to Waterloo. 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 35m | NOK 548.42 |
Book Burlington Trailways from Des Moines to Waterloo from NOK 444. There are 2 trips per day offered by Burlington Trailways from Des Moines to Waterloo and you can expect on average to pay for a Burlington Trailways ticket to Waterloo. In Des Moines, Burlington Trailways departs to Waterloo from Des Moines . In Waterloo, Burlington Trailways arrives at Waterloo .
An average trip on Burlington Trailways from Des Moines to Waterloo takes 3 hours and 35 minutes , while the fastest available Burlington Trailways trip will get you to Waterloo in 1 hours and 55 minutes .
On weekends, Burlington Trailways offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Waterloo.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Des Moines to Waterloo
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 90 miles from Des Moines to Waterloo. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 55 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 Waterloo, 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 Waterloo?
Main arrival station: Waterloo
All buses from Des Moines arrive at one main station in Waterloo.
All bus stations in Waterloo:
Waterloo
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