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Waterloo - Des Moines Bus Schedule
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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Waterloo to Des Moines. Traveling by bus from Waterloo to Des Moines usually takes around 4 hours and 45 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
Distance | 90 mi (144 km) |
Shortest duration | 4h 45m |
Cheapest price | TRY 2,038.70 |
Most frequent service | Burlington Trailways |
Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Waterloo to Des Moines?
Bus tickets for a trip from Waterloo to Des Moines cost TRY 2,038.70 on average. Consider it a bargain when you can snag tickets for less than TRY 2,038.70. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly average prices
What bus companies travel from Waterloo to Des Moines?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Waterloo 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 | 4h 45m | TRY 2,046.15 |
Book Burlington Trailways from Waterloo to Des Moines from TRY 2,039. Typically there is one Burlington Trailways schedule per day from Waterloo to Des Moines and you can expect on average to pay for a Burlington Trailways ticket to Des Moines. In Waterloo, Burlington Trailways departs to Des Moines from Waterloo . In Des Moines, Burlington Trailways arrives at Des Moines .
An average trip on Burlington Trailways from Waterloo to Des Moines takes 4 hours and 45 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 4 hours and 45 minutes to cover the 90 miles from Waterloo to Des Moines. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Waterloo 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, 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 Waterloo to Des Moines. It leaves the station in Waterloo at 1:00pm 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 Waterloo?
Main departure station: Waterloo
Most buses depart from the main station in Waterloo.
All bus stations in Waterloo:
Waterloo
Where does the bus arrive in Des Moines?
Main arrival station: Des Moines
All buses from Waterloo arrive at one main station in Des Moines.
All bus stations in Des Moines:
Des Moines
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