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Ames to Grand Rapids Bus Schedule
Bus from Ames to Grand Rapids: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Ames to Grand Rapids. Traveling by bus from Ames to Grand Rapids usually takes around 14 hours and 10 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 360 mi (579 km) |
| Shortest duration | 14h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $161.00 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Ames to Grand Rapids?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Ames to Grand Rapids. Jefferson Lines is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 1 | 14h 11m | $167.63 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Ames to Grand Rapids from $161. Typically there is one Jefferson Lines schedule per day from Ames to Grand Rapids and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Grand Rapids. In Ames, Jefferson Lines departs to Grand Rapids from Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave . In Grand Rapids, Jefferson Lines arrives at 1702 S Pokegama Ave .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Ames to Grand Rapids takes 14 hours and 11 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Grand Rapids in 14 hours and 10 minutes .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Ames to Grand Rapids
The bus takes an average of 14 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 360 miles from Ames to Grand Rapids. 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.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Grand Rapids. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Ames to Grand Rapids. It leaves the station in Ames at 12:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
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 Grand Rapids?
Main arrival station: 1702 S Pokegama Ave
All buses from Ames arrive at one main station in Grand Rapids.
All bus stations in Grand Rapids:
1702 S Pokegama Ave
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