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There are 4 intercity buses per day from Davenport to Des Moines. Traveling by bus from Davenport to Des Moines usually takes around 4 hours and 53 minutes, but the fastest Burlington Trailways bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 157 mi (252 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $52.00 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Burlington Trailways |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Average score for buses from Davenport to Des Moines
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: The easy onboarding process and friendly employees. They helped with loading baggages and answering questions for passengers waiting in the loading area with patience. Cons: The wifi could be significantly improved. I had to reconnect 6+ times on a three-hour trip because it kept dropping connection to the wifi network. Also, more frequent checks of trash on the floor in between stops when many passengers get off. Tips: Be on time so the bus in at waiting.
Bus tickets for a trip from Davenport to Des Moines cost $52.00 on average. Tickets cheaper than $52.00 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Davenport to Des Moines. Burlington Trailways 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington Trailways | 4 | 4h 53m | $59.75 |
Book Burlington Trailways from Davenport to Des Moines from $52. There are 4 trips per day offered by Burlington Trailways from Davenport to Des Moines and you can expect on average to pay for a Burlington Trailways ticket to Des Moines. In Davenport, Burlington Trailways departs to Des Moines from Ground Transp Ctr - 304 W River Dr and one other station. In Des Moines, Burlington Trailways arrives at Des Moines .
An average trip on Burlington Trailways from Davenport to Des Moines takes 4 hours and 53 minutes , while the fastest available Burlington Trailways trip will get you to Des Moines in 3 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, Burlington Trailways offers 4 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Des Moines.
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 53 minutes to cover the 157 miles from Davenport to Des Moines. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 5 minutes. 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Davenport to Des Moines, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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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.
Davenport has two bus stations with service to Des Moines.
Ground Transp Ctr - 304 W River Dr
Davenport (Hillandale)
All buses from Davenport arrive at one main station in Des Moines.
Des Moines
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