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How to get from University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA by bus?

From University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA by bus

To get from University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), 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 23 min. The bus schedule from University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Altoona, IA on the Moovit app.

83min
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
    60 yd • 1 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

Alternative route from University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA by bus via 3 and 17

To get from University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA in Altoona, take the 3 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 30 min. The bus schedule from University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Altoona, IA on the Moovit app.

90min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 33
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
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Dart Central Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    6th Ave / Ascension St, Dsm
    ID 541
    3 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 University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA

The distance between University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm and Altoona, IA is approximately 11.54 mi, which can typically be travelled in 83 min. Moovit will show you the directions from University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), 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 University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA

To check the bus schedule from University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA by bus via 3 and 17

To get from University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA in Altoona, take the 3 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 30 min. The bus schedule from University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Altoona, IA on the Moovit app.

90min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 33
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
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Dart Central Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    6th Ave / Ascension St, Dsm
    ID 541
    3 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

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA?

    The fastest way takes 83 minutes, using Bus line 60, Bus line 17.

  • What is the alternative route to get from University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA?

    The alternative route takes 90 minutes, using Bus line 3, Bus line 17.

  • Is there a direct bus between University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm and Altoona, IA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 23 min.

  • Which bus line goes from University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA?

    The 60 bus line goes from University Ave / Mlk Jr Pkwy, Dsm station near University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm in Des Moines to Ingersoll/University station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ingersoll/University station near Altoona, IA.

  • How long does it take to travel from University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA by bus?

    The total travel time between University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm and Altoona, IA by bus is about 1 hr 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm to get to Altoona, IA?

    Get on the 60 bus from the University Ave / Mlk Jr Pkwy, Dsm stop near University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm in Des Moines.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between University / Mlk Jr Pkwy (Far-Side), Dsm and Altoona, IA?

    Get off the bus at the Ingersoll/University stop, which is closest to Altoona, IA.

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