Bus Tickets from Des Moines, IA to Wilmington, NC

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Bus Des Moines to Wilmington: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$217
Average Bus Trip Duration2d
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure6:05am
Distance1599 km

Des Moines to Wilmington Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Des Moines - Wilmington

  1. How long does it take to get to Wilmington from Des Moines by bus?

    The bus ride from Des Moines to Wilmington takes 2d, on average. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 2d.

  2. What is the distance between Des Moines and Wilmington?

    The distance between Des Moines and Wilmington is approximately 1594 km (989 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Des Moines to Wilmington?

    Buses departing from Jefferson/Trailways Depot in Des Moines will take you to Cape Fear Public Transit Bus Stop in Wilmington.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Wilmington?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Wilmington from Des Moines; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of US$217, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much is the bus from Des Moines to Wilmington?

    You can expect to pay around US$217 for the bus ride from Des Moines to Wilmington.

  6. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Des Moines to Wilmington?

    Yes! If you're heading from Des Moines to Wilmington, you'll find buses departing until 6:05am and arriving the next day.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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