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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Ames to Grand Forks. Traveling by bus from Ames to Grand Forks usually takes around 19 hours and 53 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 19 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 440 mi (708 km) |
| Shortest duration | 19h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $262.18 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Ames to Grand Forks?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Ames to Grand Forks. 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 | 19h 53m | $262.18 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Ames to Grand Forks from $262. There are 2 Jefferson Lines schedules from Ames to Grand Forks and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Grand Forks. In Ames, Jefferson Lines departs to Grand Forks from Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave and no other station. In Grand Forks, Jefferson Lines arrives at 450 Kittson Ave and 1 other station.
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Ames to Grand Forks takes 19 hours and 53 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Grand Forks in 19 hours and 45 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 19 hours and 53 minutes to cover the 708 kilometers from Ames to Grand Forks. However, the fastest bus only takes 19 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 Grand Forks, 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 Grand Forks?
Main arrival station: Univ Of North Dakota
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Grand Forks.
Bus stations in Grand Forks:
Univ Of North Dakota
450 Kittson Ave
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