IA → IA · about 105 miles
Des Moines to Cedar Rapids bus schedule
Jefferson Lines runs 14 direct buses a week from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids. The fastest takes 2 hours; the first bus leaves at 8:30 AM and the last at 1:00 PM. Standard one-way fares run from $21 to $44.
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- Buses a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 2h 00m
- First bus
- 8:30 AM
- Last bus
- 1:00 PM
- Standard fare
- $21–$44
A standard fare is the carrier's published one-way price. Many carriers price by demand, so the fare when you book can be higher or lower. Fares don't include any fees the carrier's ticket site may add; BusSchedules.com adds no fees.
Timetable
Every bus leaves from Des Moines and arrives at Cedar Rapids (JL - Lindale Mall). Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Bus company | Standard fare & ticket |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 AM | 10:30 AM | 2h 00m | Daily | Jefferson Lines Full timetable | $44Book (carrier website) |
| 1:00 PM | 3:40 PM | 2h 40m | Daily | Jefferson Lines Full timetable | $21Book (carrier website) |
Route map
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Where to board in Des Moines Where you get off in Cedar Rapids The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the bus in Des Moines
- Des Moines bus stop Map of Des Moines bus stop (Google Maps)
Where the bus stops in Cedar Rapids
- Cedar Rapids (JL - Lindale Mall) Map of Cedar Rapids (JL - Lindale Mall) (Google Maps)
Return trip: Cedar Rapids to Des Moines
Questions
How long is the bus from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids?
The fastest direct bus takes 2 hours.
How much is the bus from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids?
The standard one-way fare with Jefferson Lines is $21 to $44, depending on the trip. Many carriers price by demand, so the fare when you book can be higher or lower. Fares don't include any fees the carrier's ticket site may add; BusSchedules.com adds no fees.
What time is the first bus from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids?
The earliest departure is at 8:30 AM (Daily) and the last at 1:00 PM (Daily).
Which bus companies go from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids?
Jefferson Lines runs direct buses on this route.
Where do I catch the bus in Des Moines?
Buses to Cedar Rapids leave from Des Moines bus stop.