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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Burnsville | Des Moines | Cheapest | ||||
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| Bus | Burnsville | Des Moines | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 11:24 PM CST.
Get from Burnsville to Des Moines
The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $142, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Burnsville and Des Moines?
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Based on 766 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Jefferson Lines ticket prices on this trip start at $142
Jefferson Lines Burnsville Des Moines recent customer reviews
I was worried to take the bus as I've heard horror stories. I came expecting the worst and was pleasantly surprised. The bus was clean, power and wifi worked and everything was on time. The other riders where fine as well. Glad I have it a try.
Joshua C.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Burnsville to Des Moines by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Burnsville to Des Moines?
The cheapest bus tickets from Burnsville to Des Moines start from $142. The average price for this route is around $142. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Burnsville to Des Moines?
The average bus travel time from Burnsville to Des Moines is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 352 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 35m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Burnsville to Des Moines route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Burnsville to Des Moines?
The earliest bus departs from Burnsville to Des Moines at 1:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Burnsville to Des Moines?
A bus trip from Burnsville to Des Moines generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Burnsville to Des Moines was searched and found on Jan 18, 2026 with a price of $138To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Burnsville to Des Moines, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $138 to $146 for a bus ticket from Burnsville to Des Moines based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $138 which is on 2026-01-21.
