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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Cameron to Ames. Traveling by bus from Cameron to Ames usually takes around 3 hours and 30 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 161 mi (260 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $83.00 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Cameron to Ames?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Cameron to Ames. Jefferson Lines is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 1 | 3h 30m | $83.00 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Cameron to Ames from $83. Typically there is one Jefferson Lines schedule per day from Cameron to Ames and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Ames. In Cameron, Jefferson Lines departs to Ames from Shell, 1514 Bob Griffin Rd . In Ames, Jefferson Lines arrives at Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Cameron to Ames takes 3 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Ames.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 161 miles from Cameron to Ames. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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 Cameron 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, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Ames, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Cameron to Ames. It leaves the station in Cameron at 9:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Cameron?
Main departure station: Shell, 1514 Bob Griffin Rd
Most buses depart from the main station in Cameron.
All bus stations in Cameron:
Shell, 1514 Bob Griffin Rd
Where does the bus arrive in Ames?
Main arrival station: Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
All buses from Cameron arrive at one main station in Ames.
All bus stations in Ames:
Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
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