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Ames - Naperville Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 3 intercity buses per day from Ames to Naperville. Traveling by bus from Ames to Naperville usually takes around 15 hours and 1 minute, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 55 minutes.

Distance282 mi (454 km)
Shortest duration8h 55m
Cheapest price$59.56
Most frequent serviceFlixBus US
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How much is a bus ticket from Ames to Naperville?

Bus tickets for a trip from Ames to Naperville cost $99.51 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Monthly average prices

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Bus tickets from Ames to Naperville are at their cheapest average price in October. This time of year usually offers the best deals on bus tickets for this route, with ticket prices around $93. On the other hand, traveling on this route during March might cost you a bit more than usual. Bus tickets for March trips cost $96, on average. But no need to stress — booking your bus ticket in advance can help you snag cheaper tickets.

What bus companies travel from Ames to Naperville?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Ames to Naperville. FlixBus US connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US315h 2m$102.91
  • 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. On average, FlixBus US operates 3 trips per day from Ames to Naperville, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 15 hours to cover the 282 miles from Ames to Naperville. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 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.

With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, 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 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 12:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Ames to Naperville, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Ames to Naperville every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

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 Naperville?

Main arrival station: Rte 59 Metra Sta

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Naperville.

All bus stations in Naperville:

  • Rte 59 Metra Sta

  • 105 E Fourth Ave

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