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Tulsa to Ames Bus Schedule
Bus from Tulsa to Ames: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Tulsa to Ames. Traveling by bus from Tulsa to Ames usually takes around 12 hours and 20 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 425 mi (684 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $168.00 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Tulsa to Ames?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Tulsa 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 | 12h 20m | $168.00 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Tulsa to Ames from $168. There are 2 trips per day offered by Jefferson Lines from Tulsa to Ames and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Ames. In Tulsa, Jefferson Lines departs to Ames from Tulsa Bus Station . In Ames, Jefferson Lines arrives at Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Tulsa to Ames takes 12 hours and 20 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Ames in 10 hours and 15 minutes .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Tulsa to Ames
The bus takes an average of 12 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 425 miles from Tulsa to Ames. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 15 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 2:00pm and the last bus leaves at 2:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Tulsa to Ames, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Tulsa?
Main departure station: Tulsa Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Tulsa.
All bus stations in Tulsa:
Tulsa Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Ames?
Main arrival station: Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
All buses from Tulsa arrive at one main station in Ames.
All bus stations in Ames:
Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
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