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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Ames to Bolivar. Traveling by bus from Ames to Bolivar usually takes around 10 hours and 25 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 305 mi (491 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $148.00 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Ames to Bolivar?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Ames to Bolivar. 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 | 10h 25m | $148.00 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Ames to Bolivar from $148. Typically there is one Jefferson Lines schedule per day from Ames to Bolivar and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Bolivar. In Ames, Jefferson Lines departs to Bolivar from Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave . In Bolivar, Jefferson Lines arrives at 1342 State Hwy U .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Ames to Bolivar takes 10 hours and 25 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 10 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 305 miles from Ames to Bolivar. 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Ames to Bolivar. It leaves the station in Ames at 10:00pm 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 Bolivar?
Main arrival station: 1342 State Hwy U
All buses from Ames arrive at one main station in Bolivar.
All bus stations in Bolivar:
1342 State Hwy U
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