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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Minneapolis (U of MN - Huron Blvd) | Des Moines | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Minneapolis | Des Moines | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Minneapolis (U of MN - Huron Blvd) | Des Moines | No tags | ||||
| Bus | MSP Airport T1 (Minneapolis International Airport) | Des Moines | No tags | ||||
| Bus | MSP Airport T1 (Minneapolis International Airport) | Des Moines | No tags |
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Get from Minneapolis to Des Moines
The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just £54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Minneapolis and Des Moines?
Stops in Minneapolis
- A
Greyhound Station
950 Hawthorne Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA - B
MSP Airport
Ground Transportation Center, Terminal 1, 6498 34th Ave S, St Paul, MN 55111, 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 by bus from Minneapolis to Des Moines
How far is Des Moines from Minneapolis by coach?
The journey from Minneapolis to Des Moines by coach covers an approximate distance of 234 miles (378 km).
Is there a way to reach Des Moines from Minneapolis without a car?
You can reach Des Moines from Minneapolis by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Minneapolis to Des Moines was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £52To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Minneapolis to Des Moines as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £52 to £109 for a bus ticket from Minneapolis to Des Moines based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £52, which is on 2025-11-27.
Usually Tornado Bus 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.
