How much is the bus ticket from Des Moines to Iowa City?

The cheapest coach tickets from Des Moines to Iowa City start from £22. The average price for this route is around £27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Des Moines to Iowa City?

The average bus journey time from Des Moines to Iowa City is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 107 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 39m and is operated by Jefferson Lines .

Which bus companies service the Des Moines to Iowa City route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Jefferson Lines , Burlington Trailways .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Des Moines to Iowa City?

The earliest bus departs from Des Moines to Iowa City at 00:01. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

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

A bus journey from Des Moines to Iowa City produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Des Moines to Iowa City?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Des Moines to Iowa City?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Des Moines to Iowa City?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Des Moines to Iowa City?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Des Moines to Iowa City from £19 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Des Moines to Iowa City on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:45	Des Moines	1h 45m	01:30	Court St Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
Bus	05:30	Des Moines	2h 10m	07:40	Iowa City	No tags
Bus	08:30	Des Moines	2h 45m	11:15	Court St Transportation Center	No tags
Bus	09:30	Des Moines	3h 55m	13:25	Iowa City	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:52 CST.

Get from Des Moines to Iowa City

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

2h 15mAverage duration

107 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Des Moines and Iowa City?

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 Iowa City

A
Court Street Bus Station
170 E Court St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,408 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Jefferson Lines

4/5759 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4

WiFi3.2

Burlington Trailways

4/520 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Des Moines to Iowa City

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

How much is the bus ticket from Des Moines to Iowa City?
The cheapest coach tickets from Des Moines to Iowa City start from £22. The average price for this route is around £27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Des Moines to Iowa City?
The average bus journey time from Des Moines to Iowa City is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 107 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 39m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Des Moines to Iowa City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Jefferson Lines, Burlington Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Des Moines to Iowa City?
The earliest bus departs from Des Moines to Iowa City at 00:01. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Des Moines to Iowa City?
A bus journey from Des Moines to Iowa City produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Des Moines to Iowa City?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Des Moines to Iowa City?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Des Moines to Iowa City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Des Moines to Iowa City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

27/11

£25

28/11

£21

Today

£21

30/11

£26

01/12

£21

02/12

No data

03/12

No data

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The cheapest trip from Des Moines to Iowa City was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £21

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 Iowa City as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £21 to £45 for a bus ticket from Des Moines to Iowa City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £21, which is on 2025-12-01.