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Journey Information
There is one daily coach from Ames to Waterloo. Traveling by coach from Ames to Waterloo usually takes around 15 hours, but some coaches might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
Distance | 73 mi (118 km) |
Shortest duration | 15h 0m |
Cheapest price | £32.72 |
Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Ames to Waterloo?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Ames to Waterloo. Jefferson Lines is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Jefferson Lines | 1 | 15h 0m | £32.72 |
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 Ames to Waterloo with ticket prices as low as £33.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 15 hours to cover the 73 miles from Ames to Waterloo. 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.
There is usually only one coach per day from Ames to Waterloo. It leaves the station in Ames at 22:00 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
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 Waterloo?
Main arrival station: Trailways Station
All coaches from Ames arrive at one main station in Waterloo.
Coach stations in Waterloo:
Trailways Station
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