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Des Moines - Saint Cloud Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 9 intercity buses per day from Des Moines to Saint Cloud. Traveling by bus from Des Moines to Saint Cloud usually takes around 10 hours and 43 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 35 minutes.

Distance275 mi (442 km)
Shortest duration6h 35m
Cheapest price$121.00
Most frequent serviceJefferson Lines
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Price trends for buses from Des Moines to Saint Cloud

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What bus companies travel from Des Moines to Saint Cloud?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Des Moines to Saint Cloud. Jefferson Lines connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Jefferson Lines910h 43m$122.56
  • Book Jefferson Lines from Des Moines to Saint Cloud from $121. There are 9 trips per day offered by Jefferson Lines from Des Moines to Saint Cloud and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Saint Cloud. In Des Moines, Jefferson Lines departs to Saint Cloud from 1641 E. Euclid Ave. . In Saint Cloud, Jefferson Lines arrives at 510 1st St S and 2 other stations.

    An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Des Moines to Saint Cloud takes 10 hours and 43 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Saint Cloud in 6 hours and 35 minutes .

    On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 9 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Saint Cloud.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 10 hours and 43 minutes to cover the 275 miles from Des Moines to Saint Cloud. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 35 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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 busiest and least busy days to travel on this route tend to change frequently from week to week. Weather, holidays, local events, and other factors can affect how crowded the bus is on any given day.

The first bus leaves at 12:00pm and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Des Moines to Saint Cloud, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 9 scheduled buses that travel from Des Moines to Saint Cloud every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

City Information

Des Moines

Des Moines, IA, US - DSM-0

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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: 1641 E. Euclid Ave.

Most buses depart from the main station in Des Moines.

All bus stations in Des Moines:

  • 1641 E. Euclid Ave.

Where does the bus arrive in Saint Cloud?

Main arrival station: 510 1st St S

Buses arrive in Saint Cloud at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

All bus stations in Saint Cloud:

  • 510 1st St S

  • St Cloud State University

  • 4325 Clearwater Rd

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