NE → IA · about 252 miles
Grand Island to Des Moines bus schedule
Greyhound runs 7 direct buses a week from Grand Island to Des Moines. The fastest takes 5 hours 55 minutes; every bus leaves at 3:00 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Buses a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 5h 55m
- Leaves at
- 3:00 AM
Timetable
Every bus leaves from Grand Island Bus Station and arrives at Des Moines. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:00 AM | 8:55 AM | 5h 55m | Daily | Greyhound Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Grand Island Where you get off in Des Moines The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the bus in Grand Island
Where the bus stops in Des Moines
- Des Moines bus stop Map of Des Moines bus stop (Google Maps)
Return trip: Des Moines to Grand Island
Questions
How long is the bus from Grand Island to Des Moines?
The fastest direct bus takes 5 hours 55 minutes.
What time is the first bus from Grand Island to Des Moines?
Every departure is at 3:00 AM (Daily).
Which bus companies go from Grand Island to Des Moines?
Greyhound runs direct buses on this route.
Where do I catch the bus in Grand Island?
Buses to Des Moines leave from Grand Island Bus Station.