How much is the bus ticket from Des Moines to Rochester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Des Moines to Rochester start from $194. The average price for this route is around $194. 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 Des Moines to Rochester?

The average bus travel time from Des Moines to Rochester is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1322 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Des Moines to Rochester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Des Moines to Rochester?

The earliest bus departs from Des Moines to Rochester at 9:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Des Moines to Rochester?

A bus trip from Des Moines to Rochester generates an estimated 33 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Des Moines to Rochester from $194 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Des Moines to Rochester on December 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	9:30am	Des Moines	1d 8h	6:45pm	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Des Moines	1d 8h	6:45pm	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Des Moines	1d 8h	6:45pm	Rochester	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	9:30am	Des Moines	1d 8h	6:45pm	Rochester	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	9:30am	Des Moines	1d 8h	6:45pm	Rochester	No tags

Get from Des Moines to Rochester

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $194, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

1322 kmDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Des Moines and Rochester?

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

Stops in Rochester

A
Bus Station
186 Cumberland St (Across from the Amtrak Terminal) , Rochester, NY 14605
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B
U of R
Rush Rhees Library, 755 Library Road, Rochester, NY 14627
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C
Rochester Institute of Technology
61 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,449 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87449 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $194

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Des Moines to Rochester, NY, US 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 Des Moines to Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Des Moines to Rochester start from $194. The average price for this route is around $194. 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 Des Moines to Rochester?
The average bus travel time from Des Moines to Rochester is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1322 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Des Moines to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Des Moines to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Des Moines to Rochester at 9:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Des Moines to Rochester?
A bus trip from Des Moines to Rochester generates an estimated 33 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.