How to get from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank to Drake University by bus?

From E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank to Drake University by bus

To get from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank to Drake University in Des Moines, take the 98 bus from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank station to Grand Ave / 5th Ave (Far-Side), Dsm station. Next, take the 3 bus from 6th Ave / Grand Ave (Far-Side), Dsm station to University Ave / 28th St, Dsm station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min. The bus schedule from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Drake University on the Moovit app.

33min
Bus - 9898
Bus - 33
Walk to Drake University
Leaves from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank
  • 2
    Bus - 9898
    Wait for bus
    98
    Ankeny Express
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grand Ave / 5th Ave (Far-Side), Dsm
    ID 3434
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    6th Ave / Grand Ave (Far-Side), Dsm
    ID 4219
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Valley West Mall
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    University Ave / 28th St, Dsm
    ID 2551
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to Drake University
    Walk to
    Drake University
    2507 University Ave
    240 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank to Drake University by bus via 98 and 60

To get from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank to Drake University in Des Moines, take the 98 bus from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank station to Grand Ave / 5th Ave (Far-Side), Dsm station. Next, take the 60 bus from 6th Ave / Grand Ave (Far-Side), Dsm station to University Ave / 28th St, Dsm station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The bus schedule from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Drake University on the Moovit app.

43min
Bus - 9898
Bus - 6060
Walk to Drake University
Leaves from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank
  • 2
    Bus - 9898
    Wait for bus
    98
    Ankeny Express
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grand Ave / 5th Ave (Far-Side), Dsm
    ID 3434
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    6th Ave / Grand Ave (Far-Side), Dsm
    ID 4219
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    University/Ingersoll
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    University Ave / 28th St, Dsm
    ID 2551
    9 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 E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank to Drake University

The distance between E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank, Des Moines and Drake University, Des Moines is approximately 15.03 mi, which can typically be travelled in 33 min. Moovit will show you the directions from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank 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 E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank to Drake University

To check the bus schedule from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank to Drake University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank) 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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Alternative route from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank to Drake University by bus via 98 and 60

To get from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank to Drake University in Des Moines, take the 98 bus from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank station to Grand Ave / 5th Ave (Far-Side), Dsm station. Next, take the 60 bus from 6th Ave / Grand Ave (Far-Side), Dsm station to University Ave / 28th St, Dsm station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The bus schedule from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Drake University on the Moovit app.

43min
Bus - 9898
Bus - 6060
Walk to Drake University
Leaves from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank
  • 2
    Bus - 9898
    Wait for bus
    98
    Ankeny Express
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grand Ave / 5th Ave (Far-Side), Dsm
    ID 3434
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    6th Ave / Grand Ave (Far-Side), Dsm
    ID 4219
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    University/Ingersoll
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    University Ave / 28th St, Dsm
    ID 2551
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to Drake University
    Walk to
    Drake University
    2507 University Ave
    240 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank to Drake University?

    The fastest way takes 33 minutes, using Bus line 98, Bus line 3.

  • What is the alternative route to get from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank to Drake University?

    The alternative route takes 43 minutes, using Bus line 98, Bus line 60.

  • Is there a direct bus between E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank and Drake University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 33 min.

  • Which bus line goes from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank to Drake University?

    The 98 bus line goes from Ankeny Express station near E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank in Ankeny to Grand Ave / 5th Ave (Far-Side), Dsm station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Grand Ave / 5th Ave (Far-Side), Dsm station near Drake University in Des Moines.

  • How long does it take to travel from E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank to Drake University by bus?

    The total travel time between E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank in Ankeny and Drake University in Des Moines by bus is about 33 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank to get to Drake University?

    Get on the 98 bus from the Ankeny Express stop near E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank in Ankeny.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between E 1st St / Mercy North P&R, Ank and Drake University?

    Get off the bus at the Grand Ave / 5th Ave (Far-Side), Dsm stop, which is closest to Drake University in Des Moines.

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