Find coaches from Chicago to Ames, IA, US

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Chicago to Ames on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound
    		Downtown Greyhound Station
    		Ames (Phillips 66)No tags
    Greyhound
      		Downtown Greyhound Station
      		Ames (Phillips 66)No tags
      FlixBus + Greyhound
        		Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
        		Ames (Phillips 66)No tags
        Greyhound + FlixBus
          		Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
          		Ames (Phillips 66)No tags
          Greyhound + FlixBus
            		Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
            		Ames (Phillips 66)No tags

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            Get from Chicago to Ames

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 11 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            2bus per day
            11h 30mAverage duration
            494 kmDistance
            12kgCO₂ emissions

            Bus Chicago to Ames, IA, US: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$83
            Average bus trip duration11h 30m
            Number of daily buses2
            Earliest bus departure04:45
            Distance494 km
            Latest bus departure23:50

            Chicago to Ames Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Ames, IA, US

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Ames cost?

              The bus ticket price from Chicago to Ames starts at US$54. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Ames is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Ames?

              The average travel time between Chicago and Ames is around 11h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 496 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Ames?

              The number of buses from Chicago to Ames can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Ames by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Ames?

              When taking the bus from Chicago to Ames, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound.

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Ames?

              Buses travelling between Chicago and Ames leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Intermodal Facility.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            01/11
            US$59
            02/11
            US$61
            Today
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            04/11
            No data
            05/11
            US$49
            06/11
            US$49
            07/11
            US$52
            08/11
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            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Ames, IA, US was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$49

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

            You can expect to pay from US$49 to US$61 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Ames, IA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$49, which is on 2025-11-05.

            About Bus Travel

            Bus Travel Tips

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            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Ames will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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