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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Tulsa to Ames. Traveling by bus from Tulsa to Ames usually takes around 11 hours and 58 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 9 hours and 50 minutes.
Distance | 425 mi (684 km) |
Shortest duration | 9h 50m |
Cheapest price | $246.08 |
Trips per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Tulsa to Ames?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Tulsa to Ames. 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 | 11h 58m | $251.46 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Tulsa to Ames from $246. There are 2 Jefferson Lines schedules from Tulsa to Ames and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Ames. In Tulsa, Jefferson Lines departs to Ames from Tulsa Bus Station and 1 other station. In Ames, Jefferson Lines arrives at Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave and no other station.
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Tulsa to Ames takes 11 hours and 58 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Ames in 9 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Ames.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 11 hours and 58 minutes to cover the 684 kilometers from Tulsa to Ames. However, the fastest bus only takes 9 hours and 50 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.
Because many passengers travel from Tulsa to Ames at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 2:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Tulsa to Ames, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Tulsa?
Main departure station: Tulsa Bus Station
Tulsa has two bus stations with service to Ames.
All bus stations in Tulsa:
Tulsa Bus Station
Osu Tulsa
Where does the bus arrive in Ames?
Main arrival station: Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
All buses from Tulsa arrive at one main station in Ames.
Bus stations in Ames:
Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
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