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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Davenport (Burlington Trailways Gtc) | Des Moines | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Davenport (Burlington Trailways Gtc) | Des Moines | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Davenport (Burlington Trailways Gtc) | Des Moines | No tags |
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Get from Davenport to Des Moines
The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Davenport and Des Moines?
Stops in Davenport
- A
Davenport Bus Station
304 W River Dr, Davenport, IA 52801
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 Davenport, IA, US 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 Davenport to Des Moines?
The cheapest bus tickets from Davenport to Des Moines start from $50. The average price for this route is around $63. 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 Davenport to Des Moines?
The average bus travel time from Davenport to Des Moines is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 252 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h and is operated by Burlington Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Davenport to Des Moines route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Burlington Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Davenport to Des Moines?
The earliest bus departs from Davenport to Des Moines at 10:55am. And the latest bus departs at 3:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Davenport to Des Moines?
A bus trip from Davenport to Des Moines generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Davenport to Des Moines?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Davenport to Des Moines?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Davenport to Des Moines?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Davenport to Des Moines?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Davenport, IA, US to Des Moines was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $47To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Davenport, IA, US to Des Moines, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $47 to $85 for a bus ticket from Davenport, IA, US to Des Moines based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2025-11-28.
