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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Ames to Missoula. Traveling by bus from Ames to Missoula usually takes around 36 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 32 hours,
| Distance | 1055 mi (1698 km) |
| Shortest duration | 32h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $314.00 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Ames to Missoula?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Ames to Missoula. 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 | 1d 12h 9m | $314.00 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Ames to Missoula from $314. There are 2 trips per day offered by Jefferson Lines from Ames to Missoula and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Missoula. In Ames, Jefferson Lines departs to Missoula from Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave . In Missoula, Jefferson Lines arrives at Bus Station .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Ames to Missoula takes 36 hours and 9 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Missoula in 32 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Missoula.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 36 hours and 9 minutes to cover the 1055 miles from Ames to Missoula. However, the fastest bus only takes 32 hours. 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Ames to Missoula, 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 Missoula?
Main arrival station: Bus Station
All buses from Ames arrive at one main station in Missoula.
All bus stations in Missoula:
Bus Station
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