IA → IL · about 242 miles
Des Moines to Rockford bus schedule
Greyhound runs 5 direct buses a week from Des Moines to Rockford. The fastest takes 8 hours 20 minutes; every bus leaves at 9:45 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Buses a week
- 5
- Fastest trip
- 8h 20m
- Leaves at
- 9:45 AM
Timetable
Every bus leaves from Des Moines and arrives at Rockford Mass Transit. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:45 AM | 6:05 PM | 8h 20m | Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Greyhound Full timetable |
Route map
The map needs JavaScript.
Where to board in Des Moines Where you get off in Rockford 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 Rockford
Return trip: Rockford to Des Moines
Questions
How long is the bus from Des Moines to Rockford?
The fastest direct bus takes 8 hours 20 minutes.
What time is the first bus from Des Moines to Rockford?
Every departure is at 9:45 AM (Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun).
Which bus companies go from Des Moines to Rockford?
Greyhound runs direct buses on this route.
Where do I catch the bus in Des Moines?
Buses to Rockford leave from Des Moines bus stop.