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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Albert Lea | Des Moines | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Albert Lea | Des Moines | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:06 PM CST.
Get from Albert Lea to Des Moines
The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $111, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Albert Lea and Des Moines?
Stops in Des Moines
- A
Jefferson/Trailways Depot
1501 2nd Ave North, Des Moines, IA 50314 - B
1514 East Grand Ave
1514 East Grand Avenue,, Des Moins, IA, 50316
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albert Lea to Des Moines by bus
What is the travel distance from Albert Lea to Des Moines?
Albert Lea and Des Moines are 230 km (143 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Albert Lea to Des Moines?
Buses departing from Burger King in Albert Lea will take you to Jefferson/Trailways Depot in Des Moines.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Albert Lea to Des Moines was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $120To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albert Lea to Des Moines, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $120 to $224 for a bus ticket from Albert Lea to Des Moines based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $120 which is on 2025-11-27.
