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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Blaine to Ames. Traveling by bus from Blaine to Ames usually takes around 10 hours and 29 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 6 hours,
Distance | 217 mi (350 km) |
Shortest duration | 6h 0m |
Cheapest price | $52.00 |
Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Blaine to Ames?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Blaine to Ames. 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 | 10h 30m | $52.00 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Blaine to Ames from $52. There are 2 trips per day offered by Jefferson Lines from Blaine to Ames and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Ames. In Blaine, Jefferson Lines departs to Ames from Blaine . In Ames, Jefferson Lines arrives at Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Blaine to Ames takes 10 hours and 30 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Ames in 6 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Ames.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 10 hours and 29 minutes to cover the 217 miles from Blaine to Ames. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 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.
Because many passengers travel from Blaine to Ames at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 2:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Blaine to Ames, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Blaine?
Main departure station: Blaine
Most buses depart from the main station in Blaine.
All bus stations in Blaine:
Blaine
Where does the bus arrive in Ames?
Main arrival station: Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
All buses from Blaine arrive at one main station in Ames.
All bus stations in Ames:
Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
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