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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Manitowoc to Ames. Traveling by bus from Manitowoc to Ames usually takes around 17 hours and 53 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 11 hours and 55 minutes.
Distance | 333 mi (536 km) |
Shortest duration | 11h 55m |
Cheapest price | $138.64 |
Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Manitowoc to Ames?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Manitowoc 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 | 17h 53m | $170.06 |
Jefferson Lines is a well-established intercity bus company with service to some of the Midwest’s top travel destinations. As one of the United States’ largest bus service providers, Jefferson Lines is beloved by students, commuters, and vacationers in America’s heartland. Travel with Jefferson Lines is comfortable thanks to reclining seats, individual climate controls, restrooms, and free WiFi. You can even check the status of your trip with their bus tracker tool. The carrier provides safe, affordable, and reliable service from Manitowoc to Ames with ticket prices as low as $139.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 17 hours and 53 minutes to cover the 536 kilometers from Manitowoc to Ames. However, the fastest bus only takes 11 hours and 55 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.
"Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Manitowoc to Ames for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Ames, book your ticket for the last day of the week."
The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Manitowoc to Ames, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Manitowoc?
Main departure station: Shell Station - 1701 S 41st St
Most buses depart from the main station in Manitowoc.
All bus stations in Manitowoc:
Shell Station - 1701 S 41st St
Where does the bus arrive in Ames?
Main arrival station: Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
All buses from Manitowoc arrive at one main station in Ames.
Bus stations in Ames:
Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
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