How far is Ames from Des Moines by coach?

The journey from Des Moines to Ames by coach covers an approximate distance of 30 miles (48 km).

Is there a way to reach Ames from Des Moines without a car?

You can reach Ames from Des Moines by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Des Moines to Ames from £4 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Des Moines to Ames on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:10	Des Moines	40m	12:50	Ames	No tags
Bus	23:30	Des Moines	40m	00:10	Ames	No tags
Bus	04:20	Des Moines	35m	04:55	Ames	No tags
Bus	12:10	Des Moines	40m	12:50	Ames	No tags
Bus	23:30	Des Moines	40m	00:10	Ames	No tags

Get from Des Moines to Ames

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

40mAverage duration

31 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

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

Compare bus companies

Jefferson Lines

4/5759 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4

WiFi3.2

Based on 759 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Jefferson Lines ticket prices on this trip start at £17

Jefferson Lines Des Moines Ames recent customer reviews

Overall, it was a bud ride. The bus drivers was kind of rude, when I got on the bus he just put his hand in my face and didn’t really say anything.

Beatrice F.

10 October 2022

Greyhound

3.5/587,397 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Tornado Bus

3/5156 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.8

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Des Moines to Ames, IA, US

How far is Ames from Des Moines by coach?
The journey from Des Moines to Ames by coach covers an approximate distance of 30 miles (48 km).
Is there a way to reach Ames from Des Moines without a car?
You can reach Ames from Des Moines by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

24/11

£4

25/11

£106

Today

£90

27/11

No data

28/11

No data

29/11

£4

30/11

£4

01/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Des Moines to Ames, IA, US was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £4

To 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 £4 to £106 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 £4, 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.