OK → IA · about 399 miles
Tulsa to Des Moines bus schedule
Jefferson Lines runs 7 direct buses a week from Tulsa to Des Moines. The fastest takes 9 hours 10 minutes; every bus leaves at 2:20 PM. The standard fare is $165 one way.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Buses a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 9h 10m
- Leaves at
- 2:20 PM
- Standard fare
- $165
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 Tulsa 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 | Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:20 PM | 11:30 PM | 9h 10m | Daily | Jefferson Lines Full timetable | Book (carrier website) |
Route map
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Where to board in Tulsa Where you get off in Des Moines The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the bus in Tulsa
- Tulsa 317 S Detroit Ave Map of Tulsa 317 S Detroit Ave (Google Maps)
Where the bus stops in Des Moines
- Des Moines bus stop Map of Des Moines bus stop (Google Maps)
Return trip: Des Moines to Tulsa
Questions
How long is the bus from Tulsa to Des Moines?
The fastest direct bus takes 9 hours 10 minutes.
How much is the bus from Tulsa to Des Moines?
The standard one-way fare with Jefferson Lines is $165. 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 Tulsa to Des Moines?
Every departure is at 2:20 PM (Daily).
Which bus companies go from Tulsa to Des Moines?
Jefferson Lines runs direct buses on this route.
Where do I catch the bus in Tulsa?
Buses to Des Moines leave from Tulsa 317 S Detroit Ave.