Bus from Des Moines to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Des Moines to Philadelphia on January 17
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Des Moines (Subway)
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Des Moines (Subway)
Cherry Hill MallNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Des Moines (Subway)
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Des Moines (Subway)
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Des Moines (Subway)
Frazer - 56-40 Matthews RdNo tags

Get from Des Moines to Philadelphia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $182, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
1d 10hAverage Duration
1562 kmDistance
39kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Des Moines to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Des Moines to Philadelphia start from $182. The average price for this route is around $275. 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 Philadelphia?

    The average bus travel time from Des Moines to Philadelphia is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 1562 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Des Moines to Philadelphia at 9:25am. And the latest bus departs at 9:45am.

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

    A bus trip from Des Moines to Philadelphia generates an estimated 39 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.

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01-15
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01-16
$263
Today
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01-18
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01-19
$242
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Des Moines to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jan 19, 2026 with a price of $242

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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $242 to $264 for a bus ticket from Des Moines to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $242 which is on 2026-01-19.

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