Des Moines to Columbia by bus
Columbia lies 314 km (195 mi) south of Des Moines, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 5 h 53 min including stops, over roughly 383 km (238 mi) of road.
| Des Moines | Columbia | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 214,133 | 129,330 |
| Elevation | 264 m (866 ft) | 219 m (719 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 50301–50983 | 65201–65218 |
Where to book buses from Des Moines to Columbia
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Staying in Columbia
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Common questions
How far is Columbia from Des Moines?
314 km (195 mi) in a straight line, south of Des Moines; by road roughly 383 km (238 mi).
How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Columbia by bus?
About 5 h 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Des Moines and Columbia?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.