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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Ames to Fort Dodge. Traveling by bus from Ames to Fort Dodge usually takes around one hour and 50 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 42 mi (68 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $66.26 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Ames to Fort Dodge?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Ames to Fort Dodge. Jefferson Lines is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 1 | 1h 50m | $66.26 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Ames to Fort Dodge from $66. There are 1 Jefferson Lines schedules from Ames to Fort Dodge and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Fort Dodge. In Ames, Jefferson Lines departs to Fort Dodge from Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave and no other station. In Fort Dodge, Jefferson Lines arrives at 530 1st Ave S and no other station.
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Ames to Fort Dodge takes 1 hours and 50 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of one hour and 50 minutes to cover the 68 kilometers from Ames to Fort Dodge. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
There is usually only one bus per day from Ames to Fort Dodge. It leaves the station in Ames at 12:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Ames?
Main departure station: Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
Most buses depart from the main station in Ames.
All bus stations in Ames:
Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Fort Dodge?
Main arrival station: 530 1st Ave S
All buses from Ames arrive at one main station in Fort Dodge.
Bus stations in Fort Dodge:
530 1st Ave S
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