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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Sioux Falls to Ames. Traveling by bus from Sioux Falls to Ames usually takes around 14 hours and 15 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 11 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 189 mi (304 km) |
| Shortest duration | 11h 45m |
| Cheapest price | €167.99 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Sioux Falls to Ames?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Sioux 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 2 | 14h 15m | €179.19 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Sioux Falls to Ames from €168. There are 2 trips per day offered by Jefferson Lines from Sioux Falls to Ames and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Ames. In Sioux Falls, Jefferson Lines departs to Ames from 4110 W Maple St . In Ames, Jefferson Lines arrives at Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Sioux Falls to Ames takes 14 hours and 15 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Ames in 11 hours and 45 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 14 hours and 15 minutes to cover the 304 kilometers from Sioux Falls to Ames. However, the fastest bus only takes 11 hours and 45 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 10:00 and the last bus leaves at 20:00. To see the times for all buses from Sioux Falls to Ames, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Sioux Falls?
Main departure station: 4110 W Maple St
Most buses depart from the main station in Sioux Falls.
All bus stations in Sioux Falls:
4110 W Maple St
Where does the bus arrive in Ames?
Main arrival station: Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
All buses from Sioux Falls arrive at one main station in Ames.
Bus stations in Ames:
Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
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