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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 | Des Moines | Mason City (Airport) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Des Moines | Clear Lake Jct. | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Des Moines | Clear Lake Jct. | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Des Moines | Mason City (Airport) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Des Moines | Clear Lake Jct. | No tags |
Get from Des Moines to Clear Lake
The journey takes about 1 hour 59 minutes and with fares starting at just $66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Founded in 1919, Jefferson Lines provides bus services across the Midwest in the US. Their buses have WiFi, USB plugs, bathrooms, reclining seats, reading lights and GPS tracking. Tickets are non-refundable, but you can change the date by paying a fee. Known for their affordable prices and convenient schedules, if you're looking to travel in the Midwest, Jefferson Lines is the way to go.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Des Moines to Clear Lake, IA 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 Des Moines to Clear Lake?
The cheapest bus tickets from Des Moines to Clear Lake start from $66. The average price for this route is around $72. 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 Des Moines to Clear Lake?
The average bus trip duration from Des Moines to Clear Lake is 1h 59m, covering a distance of 106 miles (171 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 45m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Des Moines to Clear Lake route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Des Moines to Clear Lake?
The earliest bus departs from Des Moines to Clear Lake at 12:01am. And the latest bus departs at 12:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Des Moines to Clear Lake?
A bus trip from Des Moines to Clear Lake generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 Clear Lake, IA was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $64To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Des Moines to Clear Lake, IA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $64 to $69 for a bus ticket from Des Moines to Clear Lake, IA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $64 which is on 2026-01-11.
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