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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Des Moines | Marshalltown (Git N Go) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Des Moines, (IA - Diversity Insurance/Seguros Mundo Latino) | Marshalltown, (IA - Abarrotes Villachuato) | Fastest |
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Get from Des Moines to Marshalltown
The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Des Moines to Marshalltown 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 Marshalltown?
The cheapest bus tickets from Des Moines to Marshalltown start from $17. The average price for this route is around $122. 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 Marshalltown?
The average bus trip duration from Des Moines to Marshalltown is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 47 miles (75 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 5m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Des Moines to Marshalltown route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Des Moines to Marshalltown?
The earliest bus departs from Des Moines to Marshalltown at 9:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:21am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Des Moines to Marshalltown?
A bus trip from Des Moines to Marshalltown generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Des Moines to Marshalltown?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Des Moines to Marshalltown?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Des Moines to Marshalltown?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Tornado Bus, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Des Moines to Marshalltown?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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 Marshalltown was searched and found on Jan 22, 2026 with a price of $10To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Des Moines to Marshalltown, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $10 to $115 for a bus ticket from Des Moines to Marshalltown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2026-01-23.
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