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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Ames to Bemidji. Traveling by bus from Ames to Bemidji usually takes around 16 hours and 50 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 16 hours and 45 minutes.
Distance | 381 mi (613 km) |
Shortest duration | 16h 45m |
Cheapest price | $221.00 |
Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Ames to Bemidji?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Ames to Bemidji. Jefferson Lines is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Jefferson Lines | 2 | 16h 51m | $221.00 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Ames to Bemidji from $221. There are 2 Jefferson Lines schedules from Ames to Bemidji and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Bemidji. In Ames, Jefferson Lines departs to Bemidji from Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave and no other station. In Bemidji, Jefferson Lines arrives at 1106 Paul Bunyan Dr SE and 1 other station.
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Ames to Bemidji takes 16 hours and 51 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Bemidji in 16 hours and 45 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 16 hours and 50 minutes to cover the 613 kilometers from Ames to Bemidji. However, the fastest bus only takes 16 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road 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.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 12:00am. To see the times for all buses from Ames to Bemidji, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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 Bemidji?
Main arrival station: Bemidji State University - 331 19th St NE
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Bemidji.
Bus stations in Bemidji:
Bemidji State University - 331 19th St NE
1106 Paul Bunyan Dr SE
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