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

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Des Moines to Philadelphia on 17 January
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 £98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
1d 10hAverage duration
969 milesDistance
39kgCO₂ emissions

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

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Des Moines to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Des Moines to Philadelphia start from £98. The average price for this route is around £148. 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 journey from Des Moines to Philadelphia?

    The average bus journey time from Des Moines to Philadelphia is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 969 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Des Moines to Philadelphia?

    The earliest bus departs from Des Moines to Philadelphia at 09:25. And the latest bus departs at 09:45.

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

    A bus journey from Des Moines to Philadelphia produces an estimated 39 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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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16/01
£141
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19/01
£130
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Des Moines to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 19 Jan 2026 with a price of £130

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 £130 to £142 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 £130, which is on 2026-01-19.

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