Des Moines Long-Distance Transportation
Long-distance charter bus rentals in Des Moines give your group one comfortable ride for every mile of the trip, whether you're heading to Ames, traveling to Newton, or planning a multi-day trip across Iowa. Instead of splitting everyone into cars, dividing up gas money, and taking turns behind the wheel, your whole group rides together on a bus with reclining seats, an onboard restroom, WiFi, power outlets, and luggage bays underneath for every suitcase. With Desmoinesshuttlebusrentals.com, you can compare full-size motorcoaches and minibuses from a large network of bus companies serving Des Moines, then pick the one that fits YOUR trip, YOUR headcount, and YOUR budget. One-way trips, round trips, and multi-day packages are all available. Call 515-415-9990 any day of the year or use the 30-second online quote tool to get started!
Des Moines Long-Distance Charter Buses and Motorcoach Rentals
A long ride calls for the right bus, and with Desmoinesshuttlebusrentals.com you can compare TONS of options to match your group! For most long trips, a 56-passenger charter bus is the go-to pick, with cushioned reclining seats, climate control, an onboard restroom, WiFi, power outlets, TV monitors, a PA system, overhead storage, and undercarriage luggage bays big enough for a week's worth of suitcases. Traveling with a smaller group? A 28-passenger or 35-passenger minibus still gives everyone reclining seats and room for bags, and a Sprinter van works great for a small team on a regional run. Need ADA-accessible features like a wheelchair lift or extra aisle space? Just mention it when you request your quote! Why limit yourself to one company's buses? We're not a bus company, so you're never stuck with whatever one company happens to have available on your travel dates.
56 Passenger Charter Bus
35 Passenger Minibus
30 Passenger Minibus
28 Passenger Minibus
25 Passenger Minibus
20 Passenger Minibus
18 Passenger Minibus
15 Passenger Minibus
15-50 Passenger Party Buses
Sprinter Van with Driver
Sprinter Limo
Vehicles shown above are NOT the exact makes and models available for every trip. We are NOT a transportation company and do not own or operate vehicles. Photos are examples only and may show stock or typical vehicles, not the exact vehicle offered for your reservation. Fill out the online quote form or call 515-415-9990 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Des Moines Charter Buses to Altoona, Ames, and Newton
Build a group trip from Des Moines to Altoona, Ames, Newton, or Pella. Plan a family visit, a team outing, or a tasting stop at Madison County Winery (3021 St. Charles Road, St. Charles, IA 50240). Put the full route, meal stops, and any overnight stays in your quote so transportation follows the trip you have planned.
Des Moines Bus Rentals for Iowa Road Trips and South Dakota Travel
Planning travel beyond Des Moines? Keep your group together for a road trip to Ames or Newton, or a multi-day visit to Badlands National Park in South Dakota. Include every destination, hotel, and return stop when requesting your bus so the provider can plan the route and driving schedule.
Des Moines Charter Bus Tours to Effigy Mounds National Monument and Badlands National Park
Plan a multi-day group trip to Effigy Mounds National Monument in Iowa or Badlands National Park in South Dakota. These are longer journeys from Des Moines, so include overnight accommodations and realistic travel days. Check each park's current group, reservation, and vehicle-access requirements before finalizing the route.
Long-Distance Sports Team and School Travel From Des Moines
Teams and schools rack up a lot of miles in Iowa. Rent a charter bus to take a high school team to a state tournament in Ames, bring a college club team to an away game across Central Iowa, or take a band or choir to a competition out of state. Full-size coaches have undercarriage bays for equipment bags, instruments, and uniforms, so everything rides under the floor while players and students stretch out above. Planning an educational trip? A charter bus can take a class to Des Moines for a Iowa State Capitol tour or to Ledges State Park for a nature program, and back in time for pickup. Pair it with our school event transportation or sporting event transportation for trips closer to home!
Multi-Day and Overnight Charter Bus Trips From Des Moines
Planning a trip that lasts more than a day? A multi-day charter bus package keeps the same bus with your group from the first pickup in Des Moines to the last drop-off back home! Your bags can stay in the luggage bays between stops, so nobody is hauling suitcases in and out of the hotel every morning. Want to spend a couple of nights in Ames, or base your group in Newton and visit nearby communities? The bus is ready to roll whenever your group is, so you can build each day around what you actually want to see instead of a rental car counter or a shuttle schedule. Your driver stays at a hotel near yours each night, and everything is priced up front for the whole trip, so there are no surprises halfway through. Share your full route and dates once in the quote form, or call 515-415-9990 and a live agent will put together a package that fits your group!
Des Moines Long-Distance Charter Bus Prices
Long-distance pricing depends on your bus size, how many miles you're covering, how many days you need the bus, the time of year, and any extras like driver lodging on overnight trips. That's why every quote through Desmoinesshuttlebusrentals.com is built from your actual route instead of a generic rate card. Want a starting point for your budget? Check out our charter bus prices, then share your trip details once to see pricing for your dates. No need to fear, 30-second online pricing is here! Enter your pickup location, destination, dates, and group size, and you'll compare pictures, packages, and prices side by side, no account needed.
How Much Does Long-Distance Transportation in Des Moines Cost?
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Passenger Charter Bus | $215 – $400+ | $235 – $425+ | $1,720 – $3,040+ | $6.40 – $9.15+ |
| 35 Passenger Minibus | $235 – $385+ | $265 – $400+ | $1,890 – $2,495+ | $6.40 – $9.15+ |
| 30 Passenger Minibus | $215 – $380+ | $250 – $395+ | $1,740 – $2,415+ | $6.10 – $8.80+ |
| 28 Passenger Minibus | $200 – $370+ | $230 – $385+ | $1,605 – $2,335+ | $5.85 – $8.45+ |
| 25 Passenger Minibus | $200 – $365+ | $205 – $380+ | $1,480 – $2,260+ | $5.60 – $8.10+ |
| 20 Passenger Minibus | $200 – $355+ | $200 – $370+ | $1,355 – $2,155+ | $5.35 – $7.70+ |
| 18 Passenger Minibus | $200 – $345+ | $200 – $365+ | $1,260 – $2,065+ | $5.20 – $7.45+ |
| 15 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $325+ | $190 – $345+ | $1,200 – $1,950+ | $4.95 – $7.15+ |
| 15-50 Passenger Party Bus | $260 – $445+ | $280 – $480+ | $1,905 – $3,065+ | $6.95 – $10.20+ |
| Sprinter Van with Driver | $200 – $390+ | $230 – $485+ | $1,455 – $2,950+ | $5.20 – $7.15+ |
| Sprinter Limo | $200 – $355+ | $200 – $370+ | $1,355 – $2,155+ | $5.35 – $7.70+ |
| ABOVE PRICES ARE JUST EXAMPLES. Your final price and vehicle options depend entirely on your specific trip details. To get an instant price quote for your trip, request an online quote or call 515-415-9990. | ||||