- Ames to Houston buses
Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Ames (Phillips 66) | Downtown Gray & Smith | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Ames (Phillips 66) | The Woodlands - Windvale Center | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Ames (Phillips 66) | Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Ames (Phillips 66) | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Ames (Phillips 66) | Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd | No tags |
Get from Ames to Houston
The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $318, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ames and Houston?
Stops in Ames
- A
Intermodal Facility
129 Hayward Ave, Ames, IA 50014, USA
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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Based on 87448 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $339
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ames, IA, US to Houston, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Ames to Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ames to Houston start from $318. The average price for this route is around $318. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Ames to Houston?
The average bus travel time from Ames to Houston is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 1375 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Ames to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ames to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Ames to Houston at 10:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ames to Houston?
A bus trip from Ames to Houston generates an estimated 34 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.






