How much is the bus ticket from Des Moines to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Des Moines to Washington start from $128. The average price for this route is around $203. 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 Washington?

The average bus trip duration from Des Moines to Washington is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 898 miles (1448 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Des Moines to Washington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Des Moines to Washington?

The earliest bus departs from Des Moines to Washington at 9:25am. And the latest bus departs at 9:45am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Des Moines to Washington?

A bus trip from Des Moines to Washington generates an estimated 36 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Des Moines to Washington from $120 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Des Moines to Washington on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:45am	Des Moines	1d 16h	2:55am	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Des Moines to Washington on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:25am	Des Moines	1d 3h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	9:25am	Des Moines	1d 1h	11:30am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	9:45am	Des Moines	1d 16h	2:55am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:25am	Des Moines	1d 8h	7:05pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:25am	Des Moines	1d 18h	5:20am	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	No tags

Next departures for Des Moines to Washington on January 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:25am	Des Moines	1d 3h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	9:25am	Des Moines	1d 1h	11:30am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	9:45am	Des Moines	1d 16h	2:55am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:25am	Des Moines	1d 6h	4:50pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:25am	Des Moines	1d 18h	5:20am	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 4:42 AM CST.

Get from Des Moines to Washington

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours and with fares starting at just $128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

898 milesDistance

36kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Des Moines and Washington?

Stops in Des Moines

A
Jefferson/Trailways Depot
1501 2nd Ave North, Des Moines, IA 50314
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B
1514 East Grand Ave
1514 East Grand Avenue,, Des Moins, IA, 50316
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Stops in Washington

A
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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B
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
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E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
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F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,501 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Des Moines to Washington, DC, US 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 Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Des Moines to Washington start from $128. The average price for this route is around $203. 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 Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Des Moines to Washington is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 898 miles (1448 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Des Moines to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Des Moines to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Des Moines to Washington at 9:25am. And the latest bus departs at 9:45am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Des Moines to Washington?
A bus trip from Des Moines to Washington generates an estimated 36 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/13

$120

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Today

$120

01/16

$120

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01/18

$120

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The cheapest trip from Des Moines to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $120

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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $120 to $227 for a bus ticket from Des Moines to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $120 which is on 2026-01-16.