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Tomorrow12 Aug
from US$100
Wed13 Aug
Thu14 Aug
Fri15 Aug
Sat16 Aug
Sun17 Aug
from US$122
Mon18 Aug
from US$122
Tue19 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Kansas City
    Arrival time: 13 August at
    Destination city: Ames
    Destination location: Ames
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Kansas City
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Ames
    Destination location: Ames
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Kansas City
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Ames
    Destination location: Ames
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: 4753 Parallel Pkwy
    Arrival time: 14 August at
    Destination city: Ames
    Destination location: Gas Station Phillips 66
    Operated by: Tornado Bus + Expreso
    Tornado Bus + Expreso
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Kansas City
    Arrival time: 13 August at
    Destination city: Ames
    Destination location: Ames
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Kansas City, MO to Ames, IA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$111
Average bus trip duration8h 56m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure04:10
Distance209 miles
Latest bus departure23:55

Kansas City to Ames Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Kansas City, MO - Ames, IA, US

  1. How far is Ames from Kansas City by coach?

    The journey from Kansas City to Ames by coach covers an approximate distance of 209 miles (336 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Ames from Kansas City without a car?

    The best way to go from Kansas City 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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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Ames, IA, US was searched and found on 12 Aug 2025 with a price of US$97

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

You can expect to pay from US$97 to US$115 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Ames, IA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$97, which is on 2025-08-12.

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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 Kansas City to Ames.

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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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