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  • Departure time: 17 April at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: 17 April at
    Destination city: Lincoln
    Destination location: Lincoln
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 May at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: 13 May at
    Destination city: Lincoln
    Destination location: Lincoln
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 6 July at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: 6 July at
    Destination city: Lincoln
    Destination location: Lincoln
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 10 July at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: 10 July at
    Destination city: Lincoln
    Destination location: Lincoln
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 July at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: 26 July at
    Destination city: Lincoln
    Destination location: Lincoln
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Des Moines to Lincoln, NE, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$78
Average bus trip duration3h 55m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure18:20
Distance167 miles

Des Moines to Lincoln Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Des Moines - Lincoln, NE, US

  1. How far is Lincoln from Des Moines by coach?

    The journey from Des Moines to Lincoln by coach covers an approximate distance of 166 miles (268 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Lincoln from Des Moines without a car?

    The best way to go from Des Moines to Lincoln without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Des Moines and Lincoln!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Des Moines to Lincoln.

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 Lincoln.

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

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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

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Bus from Lincoln, NE, US to Des Moines

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