Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Portland Union Station | Des Moines (Subway) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Portland Union Station | Des Moines (Subway) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Portland Union Station | Des Moines (Subway) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Portland Union Station | Des Moines (Subway) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Portland Union Station | Des Moines (Subway) | No tags |
Get from Portland to Des Moines
The journey takes about 2 days, 5 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $315, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Portland and Des Moines?
Stops in Portland
- B7411 Northwest Station Way, Portland OR 97209, USA
- C
NW Everett & NW 8th Ave
728 NW Everett St, Portland, OR 97209, USA - D
Lloyd Center
NE 13th Ave & Holladay, Portland, OR 97232, USA - E
Pearl District
7418 NW Station Way (across street), Portland, OR 97209, USA
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 Portland, OR 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 Portland to Des Moines?
The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Des Moines start from $315. The average price for this route is around $315. 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 Portland to Des Moines?
The average bus travel time from Portland to Des Moines is 2d 5h, covering a distance of 2370 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Portland to Des Moines route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Portland to Des Moines?
The earliest bus departs from Portland to Des Moines at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 2:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Portland to Des Moines?
A bus trip from Portland to Des Moines generates an estimated 59 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 Portland to Des Moines?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Portland to Des Moines?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Portland to Des Moines?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Portland to Des Moines?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
