How to get from Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm to Altoona, IA by bus?

Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm to Altoona, IA - Bus Schedule

The 60 bus from Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm to Altoona, IA runs from 5:50 AM to 11:03 PM, with departures every 20-55 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 26 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm to Altoona, IA by bus

To get from Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm to Altoona, IA in Altoona, take the 60 bus from University Ave / Mlk Jr Pkwy, Dsm station to 6th Ave / Ascension St, Dsm station. Next, take the 17 bus from 6th Ave / Mercy Hospital, Dsm station to 34th Ave SW / Aldi, Alt station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 26 min. The bus schedule from Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Altoona, IA on the Moovit app.

86min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 6060
Bus - 1717
Walk to Altoona, IA
Leaves from University Ave / Mlk Jr Pkwy, Dsm

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    University Ave / Mlk Jr Pkwy, Dsm
    ID 4510
    350 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Ingersoll/University
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    6th Ave / Ascension St, Dsm
    ID 541
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    6th Ave / Mercy Hospital, Dsm
    ID 580
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    Altoona
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    34th Ave SW / Aldi, Alt
    ID 4283
    26 min
  • 7
    Walk to Altoona, IA
    Walk to
    Altoona, IA
    2.17 mi • 45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm to Altoona, IA

The distance between Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm and Altoona, IA is approximately 11.7 mi, which can typically be traveled in 86 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm to Altoona, IA by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Altoona – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm to Altoona, IA

To check the bus schedule from Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm to Altoona, IA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm) and destination (Altoona, IA), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm to Altoona, IA?

    The fastest way takes 86 minutes, using Bus line 60, Bus line 17.

  • Is there a direct bus between Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm and Altoona, IA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total traveling time is 1 hr 26 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm to Altoona, IA?

    The 60 bus line goes from University Ave / Mlk Jr Pkwy, Dsm station near Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm in Des Moines to 6th Ave / Ascension St, Dsm station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till 6th Ave / Ascension St, Dsm station near Altoona, IA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm to Altoona, IA by bus?

    The total travel time between Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm and Altoona, IA by bus is about 1 hr 26 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm to get to Altoona, IA?

    Get on the 60 bus from the University Ave / Mlk Jr Pkwy, Dsm stop near Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm in Des Moines.

  • Where do I get off the bus when traveling between Mlk Jr Pkwy / Atkins St, Dsm and Altoona, IA?

    Get off the bus at the 6th Ave / Ascension St, Dsm stop, which is closest to Altoona, IA.

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