Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Des Moines | Ames | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Des Moines | Ames | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Des Moines | Ames | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Des Moines | Ames | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Des Moines | Ames | No tags |
Get from Des Moines to Ames
The journey takes about 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Des Moines and Ames?
Stops in Des Moines
- A
Jefferson/Trailways Depot
1501 2nd Ave North, Des Moines, IA 50314 - B
1514 East Grand Ave
1514 East Grand Avenue,, Des Moins, IA, 50316
Stops in Ames
- A
Intermodal Facility
129 Hayward Ave, Ames, IA 50014, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Des Moines to Ames, IA, US by bus
What is the travel distance from Des Moines to Ames?
The distance between Des Moines and Ames is approximately 48 km (30 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Des Moines to Ames?
Buses departing from Jefferson/Trailways Depot in Des Moines will take you to Intermodal Facility in Ames.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Des Moines to Ames, IA, US was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $6To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Des Moines to Ames, IA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $6 to $195 for a bus ticket from Des Moines to Ames, IA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
