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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Kansas City | Ames | Cheapest | ||||
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Get from Kansas City to Ames
The journey takes about 8 hours 56 minutes, and with fares starting at just $143, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to Ames, IA, 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 Kansas City to Ames?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Ames start from $143. The average price for this route is around $203. 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 Kansas City to Ames?
The average bus travel time from Kansas City to Ames is 8h 56m, covering a distance of 334 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 15m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Kansas City to Ames route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines, Tornado Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kansas City to Ames?
The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Ames at 4:04am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kansas City to Ames?
A bus trip from Kansas City to Ames generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Kansas City to Ames?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 764 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kansas City to Ames?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Kansas City to Ames?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a punctuality rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kansas City to Ames?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Ames, IA, US was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $139To 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 $139 to $164 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 $139 which is on 2026-01-11.
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.
