How to get from Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm to Drake University by bus?

From Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm to Drake University by bus

To get from Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm to Drake University in Des Moines, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 72 bus from Ashworth Rd / 19th St (Far-Side), Wdm station to 4th St / #832, Wdm station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 11 bus and finally take the 60 bus from Ingersoll Ave / 39th St (Far-Side), Dsm station to University Ave / 27th St (Far-Side), Dsm station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 24 min. The bus schedule from Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Drake University on the Moovit app.

84min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7272
Bus - 1111
Bus - 6060
Walk to Drake University
Leaves from Ashworth Rd / 19th St (Far-Side), Wdm

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ashworth Rd / 19th St (Far-Side), Wdm
    ID 4234
    0.99 mi • 21 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7272
    Wait for bus
    72
    Jordan Creek Town Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    4th St / #832, Wdm
    ID 491
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    4th St / Grand Ave, Wdm
    ID 494
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    Dart Central Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ingersoll Ave / 39th St, Dsm
    ID 1804
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ingersoll Ave / 39th St (Far-Side), Dsm
    ID 1805
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Ingersoll/University
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    University Ave / 27th St (Far-Side), Dsm
    ID 4159
    9 min
  • 10
    Walk to Drake University
    Walk to
    Drake University
    2507 University Ave
    270 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm to Drake University by bus via 11, 11 and 60

To get from Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm to Drake University in Des Moines, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 11 bus from Elm St / 7th St, Wdm station to Elm St / 5th St, Wdm station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 11 bus and finally take the 60 bus from Ingersoll Ave / 39th St (Far-Side), Dsm station to University Ave / 27th St (Far-Side), Dsm station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The bus schedule from Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Drake University on the Moovit app.

59min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1111
Bus - 1111
Bus - 6060
Walk to Drake University
Leaves from Elm St / 7th St, Wdm

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Elm St / 7th St, Wdm
    ID 1367
    1.2 mi • 25 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    Valley Junction
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elm St / 5th St, Wdm
    ID 1363
    1 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    4th St / Elm St, Wdm
    ID 4109
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    Dart Central Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ingersoll Ave / 39th St, Dsm
    ID 1804
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ingersoll Ave / 39th St (Far-Side), Dsm
    ID 1805
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Ingersoll/University
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    University Ave / 27th St (Far-Side), Dsm
    ID 4159
    9 min
  • 10
    Walk to Drake University
    Walk to
    Drake University
    2507 University Ave
    270 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm to Drake University

The distance between Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm, Des Moines and Drake University, Des Moines is approximately 7.14 mi, which can typically be travelled in 84 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm 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 Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm to Drake University

To check the bus schedule from Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm to Drake University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm) 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm to Drake University by bus via 11, 11 and 60

To get from Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm to Drake University in Des Moines, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 11 bus from Elm St / 7th St, Wdm station to Elm St / 5th St, Wdm station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 11 bus and finally take the 60 bus from Ingersoll Ave / 39th St (Far-Side), Dsm station to University Ave / 27th St (Far-Side), Dsm station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The bus schedule from Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Drake University on the Moovit app.

59min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1111
Bus - 1111
Bus - 6060
Walk to Drake University
Leaves from Elm St / 7th St, Wdm

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Elm St / 7th St, Wdm
    ID 1367
    1.2 mi • 25 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    Valley Junction
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elm St / 5th St, Wdm
    ID 1363
    1 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    4th St / Elm St, Wdm
    ID 4109
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    Dart Central Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ingersoll Ave / 39th St, Dsm
    ID 1804
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ingersoll Ave / 39th St (Far-Side), Dsm
    ID 1805
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Ingersoll/University
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    University Ave / 27th St (Far-Side), Dsm
    ID 4159
    9 min
  • 10
    Walk to Drake University
    Walk to
    Drake University
    2507 University Ave
    270 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm to Drake University?

    The fastest way takes 84 minutes, using Bus line 72, Bus line 11, Bus line 60.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm to Drake University?

    The alternative route takes 59 minutes, using Bus line 11, Bus line 11, Bus line 60.

  • Is there a direct bus between Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm and Drake University?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 24 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm to Drake University?

    The 72 bus line goes from Ashworth Rd / 19th St (Far-Side), Wdm station near Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm in West Des Moines to Jordan Creek Town Center station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Jordan Creek Town Center station near Drake University in Des Moines.

  • How long does it take to travel from Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm to Drake University by bus?

    The total travel time between Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm in West Des Moines and Drake University in Des Moines by bus is about 1 hr 24 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm to get to Drake University?

    Get on the 72 bus from the Ashworth Rd / 19th St (Far-Side), Wdm stop near Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm in West Des Moines.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Grand Ave / Normandy Plaza, Wdm and Drake University?

    Get off the bus at the Jordan Creek Town Center stop, which is closest to Drake University in Des Moines.

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