Bus Tickets from Des Moines to San Diego (CA), US

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Bus Des Moines to San Diego: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$302
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 18h
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure5:30am
Distance2289 km

Des Moines to San Diego Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Des Moines - San Diego (CA), US

  1. How long is the bus trip from Des Moines to San Diego?

    The bus ride from Des Moines to San Diego takes 2d 18h, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to San Diego in about 2d 14h.

  2. How far is Des Moines from San Diego?

    It's about 2302 km (1427 miles) from Des Moines to San Diego.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Des Moines to San Diego?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Jefferson/Trailways Depot, in Des Moines, and end it at Mission Valley Sheraton, in San Diego.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Des Moines to San Diego?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Des Moines to San Diego. With a starting ticket price of US$267, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Des Moines to San Diego?

    Taking the bus from Des Moines to San Diego costs on average US$302.

  6. Can I take an overnight bus from Des Moines to San Diego?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Des Moines until 5:30am and reaching San Diego on the following day.

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 San Diego!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Des Moines to San Diego, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Des Moines to San Diego that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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.

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

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