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Journey Information
There are 8 intercity buses per day from Ames to Tulsa. Traveling by bus from Ames to Tulsa usually takes around 17 hours and 33 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 11 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 425 mi (684 km) |
| Shortest duration | 11h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $180.00 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Ames to Tulsa?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Ames to Tulsa. Jefferson Lines connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 8 | 17h 33m | $185.50 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Ames to Tulsa from $180. There are 8 trips per day offered by Jefferson Lines from Ames to Tulsa and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Tulsa. In Ames, Jefferson Lines departs to Tulsa from Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave . In Tulsa, Jefferson Lines arrives at Osu Tulsa and one other station.
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Ames to Tulsa takes 17 hours and 33 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Tulsa in 11 hours and 55 minutes .
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 8 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Tulsa.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 17 hours and 33 minutes to cover the 425 miles from Ames to Tulsa. However, the fastest bus only takes 11 hours and 55 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 Tulsa, 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 Tulsa?
Main arrival station: Tulsa Bus Station
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Tulsa.
All bus stations in Tulsa:
Tulsa Bus Station
Osu Tulsa
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