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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Ames to Clear Lake. Traveling by coach from Ames to Clear Lake usually takes around one hour and 33 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines coach can make the trip in just one hour and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 78 mi (125 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 25m |
| Cheapest price | £42.30 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Ames to Clear Lake?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Ames to Clear Lake. 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.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 2 | 1h 33m | £42.30 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Ames to Clear Lake from £42. There are 2 Jefferson Lines schedules from Ames to Clear Lake and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Clear Lake. In Ames, Jefferson Lines departs to Clear Lake from Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave and no other station. In Clear Lake, Jefferson Lines arrives at 3205 Willow Crk Ct and 1 other station.
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Ames to Clear Lake takes 1 hours and 33 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Clear Lake in 1 hours and 25 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of one hour and 33 minutes to cover the 78 miles from Ames to Clear Lake. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 25 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 12:00. To see the times for all coaches from Ames to Clear Lake, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Ames?
Main departure station: Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
Most coaches depart from the main station in Ames.
All coach stations in Ames:
Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
Where does the coach arrive in Clear Lake?
Main arrival station: Mason City (Airport)
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Clear Lake.
Coach stations in Clear Lake:
Mason City (Airport)
3205 Willow Crk Ct
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