Find coaches from Clear Lake, IA to Ames, IA, US

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Next departures from Clear Lake to Ames on 30 September
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Jefferson Lines
Mason City (Airport)
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Jefferson Lines
Clear Lake Jct.
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Jefferson Lines
Clear Lake Jct.
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Jefferson Lines
Clear Lake Jct.
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Jefferson Lines
Mason City (Airport)
AmesNo tags

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Bus Clear Lake, IA to Ames, IA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$55
Average bus trip duration1h 30m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure01:35
Distance80 miles
Latest bus departure20:45

Clear Lake to Ames Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Clear Lake, IA - Ames, IA, US

  1. What's the distance between Clear Lake and Ames by coach?

    The distance between Clear Lake and Ames by coach is approximately 78 miles (126 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Clear Lake to Ames without a car?

    The best way to go from Clear Lake to Ames without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Clear Lake, IA to Ames, IA, US was searched and found on 1 Oct 2025 with a price of US$53

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Clear Lake, IA to Ames, IA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$53 to US$59 for a bus ticket from Clear Lake, IA to Ames, IA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$53, which is on 2025-10-01.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Clear Lake to Ames but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Clear Lake to Ames, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Clear Lake to Ames.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Clear Lake to Ames, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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