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Ames to Harrison Bus Schedule
Bus from Ames to Harrison: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Ames to Harrison. Traveling by bus from Ames to Harrison usually takes around 13 hours and 32 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 11 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 402 mi (647 km) |
| Shortest duration | 11h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $165.00 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Ames to Harrison?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Ames to Harrison. 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 | 13h 33m | $165.00 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Ames to Harrison from $165. There are 2 trips per day offered by Jefferson Lines from Ames to Harrison and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Harrison. In Ames, Jefferson Lines departs to Harrison from Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave . In Harrison, Jefferson Lines arrives at 4281 Hwy 65 S .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Ames to Harrison takes 13 hours and 33 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Harrison in 11 hours and 40 minutes .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Ames to Harrison
The bus takes an average of 13 hours and 32 minutes to cover the 402 miles from Ames to Harrison. However, the fastest bus only takes 11 hours and 40 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 2:00am. To see the times for all buses from Ames to Harrison, 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 Harrison?
Main arrival station: 4281 Hwy 65 S
All buses from Ames arrive at one main station in Harrison.
All bus stations in Harrison:
4281 Hwy 65 S
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