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  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Philadelphia (Logan Square)
    Arrival time: 14 August at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines (Subway)
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd
    Arrival time: 14 August at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines (Subway)
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
    Arrival time: 13 August at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines (Subway)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
    FlixBus + Greyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: 13 August at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines (Subway)
    Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 8 August at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Cherry Hill Mall
    Arrival time: 10 August at
    Destination city: Des Moines
    Destination location: Des Moines (Subway)
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Philadelphia, PA to Des Moines: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$225
Average bus trip duration1d 12h
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure03:25
Distance969 miles
Latest bus departure10:55

Philadelphia to Des Moines Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Philadelphia, PA - Des Moines

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

    The distance between Philadelphia and Des Moines by coach is approximately 969 miles (1563 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Philadelphia to Des Moines without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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 that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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