How to get from 6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm to Drake University by bus?

From 6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm to Drake University by bus

To get from 6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm to Drake University in Des Moines, take the 9 bus from 6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm station to 6th Ave / Ascension St, Dsm station. Next, take the 3 bus from 6th Ave / Mercy Hospital, Dsm station to University Ave / 28th St, Dsm station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 20 min. The bus schedule from 6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Drake University on the Moovit app.

20min
Bus - 99
Bus - 33
Walk to Drake University
Leaves from 6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm
  • 2
    Bus - 99
    Wait for bus
    9
    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 - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Windsor Heights
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    University Ave / 28th St, Dsm
    ID 2551
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to Drake University
    Walk to
    Drake University
    2507 University Ave
    240 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from 6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm to Drake University

The distance between 6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm, Des Moines and Drake University, Des Moines is approximately 2.56 mi, which can typically be travelled in 20 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm to Drake University by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Des Moines – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from 6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm to Drake University

To check the bus schedule from 6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm to Drake University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm) and destination (Drake University), 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 6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm to Drake University?

    The fastest way takes 20 minutes, using Bus line 9, Bus line 3.

  • Is there a direct bus between 6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm and Drake University in Des Moines?

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

  • Which bus line goes from 6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm to Drake University in Des Moines?

    The 9 bus line goes from 6th Ave / Ascension St, Dsm station near 6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm to 6th Ave / Mercy Hospital, Dsm station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till 6th Ave / Mercy Hospital, Dsm station near Drake University in Des Moines.

  • How long does it take to travel from 6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm to Drake University in Des Moines by bus?

    The total travel time between 6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm and Drake University in Des Moines by bus is about 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near 6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm to get to Drake University in Des Moines?

    Get on the 9 bus from the 6th Ave / Ascension St, Dsm stop near 6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm in Des Moines.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between 6th Ave / Franklin Ave, Dsm and Drake University in Des Moines?

    Get off the bus at the 6th Ave / Mercy Hospital, Dsm stop, which is closest to Drake University in Des Moines.

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