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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Mena to Ames. Traveling by bus from Mena to Ames usually takes around 17 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 11 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 515 mi (829 km) |
| Shortest duration | 11h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $204.00 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Mena to Ames?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Mena to Ames. 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 | 4 | 17h 34m | $204.00 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Mena to Ames from $204. There are 4 trips per day offered by Jefferson Lines from Mena to Ames and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Ames. In Mena, Jefferson Lines departs to Ames from Exxon Gas Station - 901 Hwy 71 N . In Ames, Jefferson Lines arrives at Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Mena to Ames takes 17 hours and 34 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Ames in 11 hours and 45 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 17 hours and 34 minutes to cover the 515 miles from Mena to Ames. However, the fastest bus only takes 11 hours and 45 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 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00am. To see the times for all buses from Mena to Ames, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Mena?
Main departure station: Exxon Gas Station - 901 Hwy 71 N
Most buses depart from the main station in Mena.
All bus stations in Mena:
Exxon Gas Station - 901 Hwy 71 N
Where does the bus arrive in Ames?
Main arrival station: Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
All buses from Mena arrive at one main station in Ames.
All bus stations in Ames:
Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
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