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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Des Moines | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Des Moines | Downtown Greyhound Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Des Moines | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Des Moines | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Des Moines | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags |
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Get from Des Moines to Chicago
The journey takes about 8 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just £35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Des Moines and Chicago?
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 Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Des Moines to Chicago
What's the distance between Des Moines and Chicago by coach?
The journey from Des Moines to Chicago by coach covers an approximate distance of 308 miles (496 km).
What is the best way to go from Des Moines to Chicago without flying?
To travel from Des Moines to Chicago without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Des Moines to Chicago was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £32To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Des Moines to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £32 to £121 for a bus ticket from Des Moines to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £32, which is on 2025-12-01.
Usually Jefferson Lines 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.
