Bus Tickets from Omaha, NE to Des Moines, IA

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Bus Omaha to Des Moines: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$63
Average Bus Trip Duration2h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure6:00am
Distance200 km
Latest bus departure9:00pm

Omaha to Des Moines Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Omaha - Des Moines

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

    The bus ride from Omaha to Des Moines takes 2h, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Des Moines in 2h

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

    The distance between Omaha and Des Moines is approximately 199 km (123 miles).

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

    Buses departing from Omaha Bus Station in Omaha will take you to Jefferson/Trailways Depot in Des Moines.

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

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Omaha to Des Moines. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$63, making this your best choice for this trip.

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

    You can expect to pay around US$63 for the bus ride from Omaha to Des Moines.

  6. Can you take a day trip from Omaha to Des Moines?

    Yes, you can take a day trip from Omaha to Des Moines. The round-trip travel time is approximately 4h. Be sure to check the departure and arrival times before booking to ensure you'll have enough time to explore Des Moines.

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Omaha and Des Moines!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Omaha to Des Moines, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Omaha to Des Moines will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

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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