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Sioux Falls to Des Moines Bus Schedule
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Bus from Sioux Falls to Des Moines: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Sioux Falls to Des Moines. Traveling by bus from Sioux Falls to Des Moines usually takes around 15 hours and 21 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 12 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 208 mi (335 km) |
| Shortest duration | 12h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $168.00 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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What bus companies travel from Sioux Falls to Des Moines?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Sioux Falls to Des Moines. Jefferson Lines connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 3 | 15h 21m | $179.37 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Sioux Falls to Des Moines from $168. There are 3 trips per day offered by Jefferson Lines from Sioux Falls to Des Moines and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Des Moines. In Sioux Falls, Jefferson Lines departs to Des Moines from 4110 W Maple St . In Des Moines, Jefferson Lines arrives at Des Moines .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Sioux Falls to Des Moines takes 15 hours and 21 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Des Moines in 12 hours and 40 minutes .
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Des Moines.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Sioux Falls to Des Moines
The bus takes an average of 15 hours and 21 minutes to cover the 208 miles from Sioux Falls to Des Moines. However, the fastest bus only takes 12 hours and 40 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Des Moines, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Sioux Falls to Des Moines, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Sioux Falls to Des Moines 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
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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 Sioux Falls?
Main departure station: 4110 W Maple St
Most buses depart from the main station in Sioux Falls.
All bus stations in Sioux Falls:
4110 W Maple St
Where does the bus arrive in Des Moines?
Main arrival station: Des Moines
All buses from Sioux Falls arrive at one main station in Des Moines.
All bus stations in Des Moines:
Des Moines
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