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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Ames to Joplin. Traveling by bus from Ames to Joplin usually takes around 13 hours and 3 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 345 mi (555 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $70.00 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Ames to Joplin?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Ames to Joplin. 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 3m | $99.00 |
Jefferson Lines is a well-established intercity bus company with service to some of the Midwest’s top travel destinations. As one of the United States’ largest bus service providers, Jefferson Lines is beloved by students, commuters, and vacationers in America’s heartland. Travel with Jefferson Lines is comfortable thanks to reclining seats, individual climate controls, restrooms, and free WiFi. You can even check the status of your trip with their bus tracker tool. The carrier provides safe, affordable, and reliable service from Ames to Joplin with ticket prices as low as $70.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 13 hours and 3 minutes to cover the 345 miles from Ames to Joplin. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours and 10 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 Joplin, 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 Joplin?
Main arrival station: 6601 East 7th St
All buses from Ames arrive at one main station in Joplin.
All bus stations in Joplin:
6601 East 7th St
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