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How to get from Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm to University Of Iowa by bus?

From Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm to University Of Iowa by bus

To get from Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm to University Of Iowa in Des Moines, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 5 bus from Franklin Ave / 55th St, Dsm station to Merle Hay Mall, Dsm station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 50 bus and finally take the GREYHOUND US0123 bus from Des Moines station to Iowa City station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 58 min. The bus schedule from Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to University Of Iowa on the Moovit app.

238min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 55
Bus - 5050
Bus - GREYHOUND US0123GREYHOUND US0123
Walk to University Of Iowa
Leaves from Franklin Ave / 55th St, Dsm

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Franklin Ave / 55th St, Dsm
    ID 1530
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 55
    Wait for bus
    5
    Johnston
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Merle Hay Mall, Dsm
    ID 2037
    6 min
  • 4
    Bus - 5050
    Wait for bus
    50
    E 42nd Street
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    E Euclid Ave / Dixon St, Dsm
    ID 4074
    22 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Des Moines
    ID DSM6
    400 yd • 5 min
  • 7
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0123GREYHOUND US0123
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0123
    Chicago Bus Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Iowa City
    ID ICY6
    125 min
  • 9
    Walk to University Of Iowa
    Walk to
    University Of Iowa
    McCollister Boulevard
    2.19 mi • 45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm to University Of Iowa by bus via 5, 4 and GREYHOUND US0123

To get from Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm to University Of Iowa in Des Moines, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 5 bus from Franklin Ave / 56th St, Dsm station to Locust St / 7th St, Dsm station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 4 bus and finally take the GREYHOUND US0123 bus from Des Moines station to Iowa City station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 8 min. The bus schedule from Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to University Of Iowa on the Moovit app.

248min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 55
Bus - 44
Bus - GREYHOUND US0123GREYHOUND US0123
Walk to University Of Iowa
Leaves from Franklin Ave / 56th St, Dsm

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Franklin Ave / 56th St, Dsm
    ID 1531
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 55
    Wait for bus
    5
    Dart Central Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Locust St / 7th St, Dsm
    ID 1930
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    6th Ave / Locust St, Dsm
    ID 579
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    Park Fair Mall
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    E Euclid Ave / E 14th St (Far-Side), Dsm
    ID 2963
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Des Moines
    ID DSM6
    830 yd • 10 min
  • 8
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0123GREYHOUND US0123
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0123
    Chicago Bus Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Iowa City
    ID ICY6
    125 min
  • 10
    Walk to University Of Iowa
    Walk to
    University Of Iowa
    McCollister Boulevard
    2.19 mi • 45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm to University Of Iowa

The distance between Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm, Des Moines and University Of Iowa, Des Moines is approximately 117.09 mi, which can typically be travelled in 238 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm to University Of Iowa by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Des Moines – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm to University Of Iowa

To check the bus schedule from Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm to University Of Iowa using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm) and destination (University Of Iowa), 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 Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm to University Of Iowa by bus via 5, 4 and GREYHOUND US0123

To get from Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm to University Of Iowa in Des Moines, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 5 bus from Franklin Ave / 56th St, Dsm station to Locust St / 7th St, Dsm station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 4 bus and finally take the GREYHOUND US0123 bus from Des Moines station to Iowa City station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 8 min. The bus schedule from Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to University Of Iowa on the Moovit app.

248min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 55
Bus - 44
Bus - GREYHOUND US0123GREYHOUND US0123
Walk to University Of Iowa
Leaves from Franklin Ave / 56th St, Dsm

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Franklin Ave / 56th St, Dsm
    ID 1531
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 55
    Wait for bus
    5
    Dart Central Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Locust St / 7th St, Dsm
    ID 1930
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    6th Ave / Locust St, Dsm
    ID 579
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    Park Fair Mall
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    E Euclid Ave / E 14th St (Far-Side), Dsm
    ID 2963
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Des Moines
    ID DSM6
    830 yd • 10 min
  • 8
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0123GREYHOUND US0123
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0123
    Chicago Bus Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Iowa City
    ID ICY6
    125 min
  • 10
    Walk to University Of Iowa
    Walk to
    University Of Iowa
    McCollister Boulevard
    2.19 mi • 45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm to University Of Iowa?

    The fastest way takes 238 minutes, using Bus line 5, Bus line 50, Bus line GREYHOUND US0123.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm to University Of Iowa?

    The alternative route takes 248 minutes, using Bus line 5, Bus line 4, Bus line GREYHOUND US0123.

  • Is there a direct bus between Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm and University Of Iowa in Des Moines?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 58 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm to University Of Iowa in Des Moines?

    The 5 bus line goes from Franklin Ave / 55th St, Dsm station near Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm to Johnston station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Johnston station near University Of Iowa in Des Moines.

  • How long does it take to travel from Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm to University Of Iowa in Des Moines by bus?

    The total travel time between Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm and University Of Iowa in Des Moines by bus is about 3 hr 58 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm to get to University Of Iowa in Des Moines?

    Get on the 5 bus from the Franklin Ave / 55th St, Dsm stop near Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm in Des Moines.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Franklin Ave / Merklin Way, Dsm and University Of Iowa in Des Moines?

    Get off the bus at the Johnston stop, which is closest to University Of Iowa in Des Moines.

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