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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Ames to Sioux City. Traveling by coach from Ames to Sioux City usually takes around 16 hours and 55 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines coach can make the trip in 14 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 145 mi (234 km) |
| Shortest duration | 14h 30m |
| Cheapest price | £168.74 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Coach lines | 1 |
Price trends for coaches from Ames to Sioux City
Monthly average prices
What coach companies travel from Ames to Sioux City?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Ames to Sioux City. 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 | 16h 56m | £168.74 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Ames to Sioux City from £144. There are 2 Jefferson Lines schedules from Ames to Sioux City and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Sioux City. In Ames, Jefferson Lines departs to Sioux City from Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave and no other station. In Sioux City, Jefferson Lines arrives at 501 Nebraska St and no other station.
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Ames to Sioux City takes 16 hours and 56 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Sioux City in 14 hours and 30 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 16 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 145 miles from Ames to Sioux City. However, the fastest coach only takes 14 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road 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.
"Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet."
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 17:00. To see the times for all coaches from Ames to Sioux City, 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 Sioux City?
Main arrival station: 501 Nebraska St
All coaches from Ames arrive at one main station in Sioux City.
Coach stations in Sioux City:
501 Nebraska St
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