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Ames to Moran Bus Schedule
Bus from Ames to Moran: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Ames to Moran. Traveling by bus from Ames to Moran usually takes around 11 hours and 10 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 296 mi (476 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $121.00 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Ames to Moran?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Ames to Moran. 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 | 11h 10m | $121.00 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Ames to Moran from $121. There are 2 trips per day offered by Jefferson Lines from Ames to Moran and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Moran. In Ames, Jefferson Lines departs to Moran from Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave . In Moran, Jefferson Lines arrives at 844 N Cedar St .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Ames to Moran takes 11 hours and 10 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Moran in 8 hours and 40 minutes .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Ames to Moran
The bus takes an average of 11 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 296 miles from Ames to Moran. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 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.
The first bus leaves at 5:00pm and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Ames to Moran, 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 Moran?
Main arrival station: 844 N Cedar St
All buses from Ames arrive at one main station in Moran.
All bus stations in Moran:
844 N Cedar St
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