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Routes	2
Trips per day	6
bus lines	2
Stations	1

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What bus companies travel to Ames, Iowa?

Located in Iowa, Ames is accessible by bus from 2 other cities. You can choose from 6 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Ames on Wanderu. FlixBus US usually has the most buses on any given day.

Bus companies serving Ames

Bus	Routes	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
FlixBus US	71	1d 16h 22m	€256.70
Jefferson Lines	52	12h 25m	€129.41

FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment.

Which bus service has the best service to Ames?

Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Ames by bus with Jefferson Lines giving them a 5 rating out of 5.

Travelers also mentioned that Jefferson Lines had the most comfortable bus service to Ames taking into account the seats and amenities that Jefferson Lines offers. They rate Jefferson Lines a 4.5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.

If you are looking to arrive to Ames punctually, travelers suggest that Jefferson Lines has the best on time performance on their bus schedules to Ames, rating them a 5 based on their on time arrivals.

Frequently Asked Questions

€4.69 is the cheapest price for a bus ticket to Ames, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Ames. In the last month, buses from Des Moines to Ames had the lowest average price at €16.88.

The main bus station in Ames is Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave. As the busiest station, it has the most bus arrivals, although some buses may make other stops in and around Ames.

Ames ranks number 8 among most popular bus destinations in the region. It also ranks number 493 in United States. Ames ranks number 8 in the region in terms of the number of destinations that connect to Ames via bus service. On average 4 direct daily bus trips serve Ames.

The population of Ames is 65060. Ames ranks number 7 in terms of population in Iowa and number 343 in all of United States.

Bus tickets to Ames range from €17 for a short trip to Ames, while a 60 to 200 mile bus trip to Ames starts at , and a longer trip by bus to Ames can be as cheap as . Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as €5.

People who take the bus to Ames are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a bus last minute make taking a bus to Ames easy whether you're planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.

The closest bus station to the city center of Ames is Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave, located just 1.2 miles away. Select Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Ames. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.

Departure	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Minneapolis	5h 47m	€48.21
Des Moines	0h 40m	€16.88

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