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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 22 August at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: 22 August at
    Destination city: Cedar Rapids
    Destination location: Cedar Rapids (Airport - CID)
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 22 August at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: 22 August at
    Destination city: Cedar Rapids
    Destination location: Cedar Rapids (Airport - CID)
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 22 August at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: 22 August at
    Destination city: Cedar Rapids
    Destination location: Cedar Rapids (Airport - CID)
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 22 August at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: 22 August at
    Destination city: Cedar Rapids
    Destination location: Cedar Rapids (Airport - CID)
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 22 August at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: 22 August at
    Destination city: Cedar Rapids
    Destination location: Cedar Rapids (Airport - CID)
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Des Moines to Cedar Rapids: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$78
Average bus trip duration3h 25m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure08:15
Distance99 miles
Latest bus departure12:00

Des Moines to Cedar Rapids Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Des Moines - Cedar Rapids

  1. What's the distance between Des Moines and Cedar Rapids by coach?

    The distance between Des Moines and Cedar Rapids by coach is approximately 104 miles (168 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids without a car?

    You can travel to Cedar Rapids from Des Moines by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
19/08
US$58
20/08
US$48
Today
US$48
22/08
US$48
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids was searched and found on 20 Aug 2025 with a price of US$48

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 Cedar Rapids as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$48 to US$74 for a bus ticket from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$48, which is on 2025-08-22.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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