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Athens to Ames Bus Schedule
Bus from Athens to Ames: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Athens to Ames. Traveling by bus from Athens to Ames usually takes around 28 hours and 56 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 25 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 632 mi (1017 km) |
| Shortest duration | 25h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $130.83 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Athens to Ames?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Athens to Ames. FlixBus US 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 5 | 1d 4h 56m | $146.67 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 5 trips per day from Athens to Ames, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Athens to Ames
The bus takes an average of 28 hours and 56 minutes to cover the 632 miles from Athens to Ames. However, the fastest bus only takes 25 hours and 5 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 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Athens to Ames, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Athens?
Main departure station: Ohio University
Athens has two bus stations with service to Ames.
All bus stations in Athens:
Ohio University
Athens Community Ctr
Where does the bus arrive in Ames?
Main arrival station: Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
All buses from Athens arrive at one main station in Ames.
All bus stations in Ames:
Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
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