How to get from Shelton to Des Moines by bus?

Shelton to Des Moines - Bus Schedule

The 6 bus from Shelton to Des Moines runs from 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM, with departures every 1 hr. The trip takes about 3 hr 28 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Shelton to Des Moines by bus

To get from Shelton to Des Moines in Seattle - Tacoma, WA, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 6 bus from Transit-Community Center (Tcc) station to Olympia Transit Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FLIXBUS 2120 bus and finally take the A LINE bus from International Blvd & S 182nd St station to Pacific Hwy S & S 224th St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 28 min. The bus schedule from Shelton may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Des Moines on the Moovit app.

208min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 66
Bus - FLIXBUS 2120FLIXBUS 2120
Bus - A LINE
Leaves from Transit-Community Center (Tcc)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Transit-Community Center (Tcc)
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 66
    Wait for bus
    6
    Olympia
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Olympia Transit Center
    55 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Olympia (Intercity Transit Center)
    ID 1OL
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - FLIXBUS 2120FLIXBUS 2120
    Wait for bus
    FLIXBUS 2120
    Spokane Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Seattle Tacoma Intl Airport
    ID SAP6
    75 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    International Blvd & S 182nd St
    ID 61090
    390 yd • 5 min
  • 8
    Bus - A LINE
    Wait for bus
    A LINE
    Downtown Federal Way Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Pacific Hwy S & S 224th St
    Ride to bus station
    Pacific Hwy S & S 224th St
    ID 61170
    10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Shelton to Des Moines

The distance between Shelton, Seattle - Tacoma, WA and Des Moines, Seattle - Tacoma, WA is approximately 66.13 mi, which can typically be travelled in 208 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Shelton to Des Moines by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Seattle - Tacoma, WA – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Shelton to Des Moines

To check the bus schedule from Shelton to Des Moines using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Shelton) and destination (Des Moines), 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 Shelton to Des Moines?

    The fastest way takes 208 minutes, using Bus line 6, Bus line FLIXBUS 2120, Bus line A LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Shelton and Des Moines in Seattle - Tacoma, WA?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 28 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Shelton to Des Moines in Seattle - Tacoma, WA?

    The 6 bus line goes from Transit-Community Center (Tcc) station near Shelton to Olympia Transit Center station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Olympia Transit Center station near Des Moines in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Shelton to Des Moines in Seattle - Tacoma, WA by bus?

    The total travel time between Shelton and Des Moines in Seattle - Tacoma, WA by bus is about 3 hr 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Shelton to get to Des Moines in Seattle - Tacoma, WA?

    Get on the 6 bus from the Transit-Community Center (Tcc) stop near Shelton in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Shelton and Des Moines in Seattle - Tacoma, WA?

    Get off the bus at the Olympia Transit Center stop, which is closest to Des Moines in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

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