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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Granite Falls to Ames. Traveling by coach from Granite Falls to Ames usually takes around 14 hours and 43 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines coach can make the trip in 8 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 215 mi (346 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 50m |
| Cheapest price | £124.50 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Granite Falls to Ames?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Granite Falls 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.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 2 | 14h 43m | £171.58 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Granite Falls to Ames from £124. There are 2 Jefferson Lines schedules from Granite Falls to Ames and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Ames. In Granite Falls, Jefferson Lines departs to Ames from 1297 Granite St and no other station. In Ames, Jefferson Lines arrives at Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave and no other station.
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Granite Falls to Ames takes 14 hours and 43 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Ames in 8 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Ames.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 14 hours and 43 minutes to cover the 215 miles from Granite Falls to Ames. However, the fastest coach only takes 8 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 coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Because many passengers travel from Granite Falls to Ames at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. 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, Friday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 13:00 and the last coach leaves at 16:00. To see the times for all coaches from Granite Falls to Ames, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Granite Falls?
Main departure station: 1297 Granite St
Most coaches depart from the main station in Granite Falls.
All coach stations in Granite Falls:
1297 Granite St
Where does the coach arrive in Ames?
Main arrival station: Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
All coaches from Granite Falls arrive at one main station in Ames.
Coach stations in Ames:
Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
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