Bus from Des Moines to Dallas, TX: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Des Moines to Dallas on December 26
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ExpresoBus
Des Moines, (IA - Diversity Insurance/Seguros Mundo Latino)
Dallas East R L Thornton FreewayCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Des Moines
Dallas Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:30 AM CST.

Get from Des Moines to Dallas

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $193, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 8hAverage Duration
1017 kmDistance
25kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Des Moines to Dallas, TX by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Des Moines to Dallas?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Des Moines to Dallas start from $193. The average price for this route is around $317. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Des Moines to Dallas?

    The average bus travel time from Des Moines to Dallas is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1017 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 38m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Des Moines to Dallas route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Des Moines to Dallas?

    The earliest bus departs from Des Moines to Dallas at 5:30am. And the latest bus departs at 3:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Des Moines to Dallas?

    A bus trip from Des Moines to Dallas generates an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Des Moines to Dallas?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Des Moines to Dallas?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Des Moines to Dallas?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Tornado Bus, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Des Moines to Dallas?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
12-23
$219
12-24
$183
Today
$302
12-26
$302
12-27
$302
12-28
$302
12-29
$302
12-30
$207
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Des Moines to Dallas, TX was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $183

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Des Moines to Dallas, TX, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $183 to $371 for a bus ticket from Des Moines to Dallas, TX based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $207 which is on 2025-12-30.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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