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How to get from University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA by bus?

From University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA by bus

To get from University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA in Altoona, take the 60 bus from University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), 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 20 min. The bus schedule from University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Altoona, IA on the Moovit app.

80min
Bus - 6060
Bus - 1717
Walk to Altoona, IA
Leaves from University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm
  • 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
    2 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 Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA by bus via 3 and 17

To get from University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA in Altoona, take the 3 bus from University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), 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 27 min. The bus schedule from University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Altoona, IA on the Moovit app.

87min
Bus - 33
Bus - 1717
Walk to Altoona, IA
Leaves from University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm
  • 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
    2 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 Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA

The distance between University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm and Altoona, IA is approximately 10.97 mi, which can typically be travelled in 80 min. Moovit will show you the directions from University Ave / 13th St (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 Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA

To check the bus schedule from University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (University Ave / 13th St (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.

Alternative route from University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA by bus via 3 and 17

To get from University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA in Altoona, take the 3 bus from University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), 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 27 min. The bus schedule from University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Altoona, IA on the Moovit app.

87min
Bus - 33
Bus - 1717
Walk to Altoona, IA
Leaves from University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm
  • 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
    2 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 Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA?

    The fastest way takes 80 minutes, using Bus line 60, Bus line 17.

  • What is the alternative route to get from University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA?

    The alternative route takes 87 minutes, using Bus line 3, Bus line 17.

  • Is there a direct bus between University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm and Altoona, IA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 20 min.

  • Which bus line goes from University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA?

    The 60 bus line goes from Ingersoll/University station near University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), 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 University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA by bus?

    The total travel time between University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm and Altoona, IA by bus is about 1 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm to get to Altoona, IA?

    Get on the 60 bus from the Ingersoll/University stop near University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm in Des Moines.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm and Altoona, IA?

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

  • When is the last bus from University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm to Altoona, IA?

    The last bus from University Ave / 13th St (Far-Side), Dsm in Des Moines to Altoona, IA in Altoona is the HUBBELL AVE / ALTOONA line. It leaves the 6th Ave / Mercy Hospital, Dsm stop at 12:51 PM.