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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Ames to Green Forest. Traveling by bus from Ames to Green Forest usually takes around 18 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 15 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 394 mi (634 km) |
| Shortest duration | 15h 55m |
| Cheapest price | €188.43 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Ames to Green Forest?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Ames to Green Forest. 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 2 | 18h 25m | €188.43 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Ames to Green Forest from €188. There are 2 trips per day offered by Jefferson Lines from Ames to Green Forest and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Green Forest. In Ames, Jefferson Lines departs to Green Forest from Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave . In Green Forest, Jefferson Lines arrives at 226 East Main St .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Ames to Green Forest takes 18 hours and 25 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Green Forest in 15 hours and 55 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 18 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 634 kilometers from Ames to Green Forest. However, the fastest bus only takes 15 hours and 55 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 17:00 and the last bus leaves at 22:00. To see the times for all buses from Ames to Green Forest, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Ames?
Main departure station: Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
Most buses depart from the main station in Ames.
All bus stations in Ames:
Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Green Forest?
Main arrival station: 226 East Main St
All buses from Ames arrive at one main station in Green Forest.
Bus stations in Green Forest:
226 East Main St
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