How to get from SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, Dsm to Altoona, IA by bus?

SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, Dsm to Altoona, IA - Bus Schedule

The 6 bus from SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, Dsm to Altoona, IA runs from 5:51 AM to 11:14 PM, with departures every 35 min-1 hr 30 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 36 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, Dsm to Altoona, IA by bus

To get from SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, Dsm to Altoona, IA in Altoona, take the 6 bus from SE 14th St / E Watrous Ave (Far-Side), Dsm station to Dart Central Station station. Next, take the 17 bus from Dart Central Station station to 34th Ave SW / Aldi, Alt station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 36 min. The bus schedule from SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, Dsm may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Altoona, IA on the Moovit app.

96min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 66
Bus - 1717
Walk to Altoona, IA
Leaves from SE 14th St / E Watrous Ave (Far-Side), Dsm

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    SE 14th St / E Watrous Ave (Far-Side), Dsm
    ID 2260
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 66
    Wait for bus
    6
    Dart Central Station Via SE 5th
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dart Central Station
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dart Central Station
    70 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
    32 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 SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, Dsm to Altoona, IA

The distance between SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, Dsm and Altoona, IA is approximately 14.92 mi, which can typically be travelled in 96 min. Moovit will show you the directions from SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, 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 SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, Dsm to Altoona, IA

To check the bus schedule from SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, Dsm to Altoona, IA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, 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 SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, Dsm to Altoona, IA?

    The fastest way takes 96 minutes, using Bus line 6, Bus line 17.

  • Is there a direct bus between SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, Dsm and Altoona, IA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 36 min.

  • Which bus line goes from SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, Dsm to Altoona, IA?

    The 6 bus line goes from SE 14th St / E Watrous Ave (Far-Side), Dsm station near SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, Dsm in Des Moines to Dart Central Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Dart Central Station near Altoona, IA.

  • How long does it take to travel from SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, Dsm to Altoona, IA by bus?

    The total travel time between SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, Dsm and Altoona, IA by bus is about 1 hr 36 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, Dsm to get to Altoona, IA?

    Get on the 6 bus from the SE 14th St / E Watrous Ave (Far-Side), Dsm stop near SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, Dsm in Des Moines.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between SE 14th St / E Thornton Ave, Dsm and Altoona, IA?

    Get off the bus at the Dart Central Station, which is closest to Altoona, IA.

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