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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Summit to Clear Lake. Traveling by bus from Summit to Clear Lake usually takes around 32 hours, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 31 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 235 mi (378 km) |
| Shortest duration | 31h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $171.00 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Summit to Clear Lake?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Summit to Clear Lake. 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 8h 1m | $196.09 |
Jefferson Lines is a well-established intercity bus company with service to some of the Midwest’s top travel destinations. As one of the United States’ largest bus service providers, Jefferson Lines is beloved by students, commuters, and vacationers in America’s heartland. Travel with Jefferson Lines is comfortable thanks to reclining seats, individual climate controls, restrooms, and free WiFi. You can even check the status of your trip with their bus tracker tool. The carrier provides safe, affordable, and reliable service from Summit to Clear Lake with ticket prices as low as $171.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 32 hours to cover the 235 miles from Summit to Clear Lake. However, the fastest bus only takes 31 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Summit to Clear Lake for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, 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 12:00pm and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Summit to Clear Lake, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Summit?
Main departure station: Coffee Cup Fuel Stop
Most buses depart from the main station in Summit.
All bus stations in Summit:
Coffee Cup Fuel Stop
Where does the bus arrive in Clear Lake?
Main arrival station: 2411 US Hwy 18 E
All buses from Summit arrive at one main station in Clear Lake.
All bus stations in Clear Lake:
2411 US Hwy 18 E
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