Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Ames (Phillips 66) | 199 Spring Garden St. | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ames (Phillips 66) | Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Ames (Phillips 66) | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Ames (Phillips 66) | Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Ames (Phillips 66) | Cherry Hill Mall | No tags |
Get from Ames to Philadelphia
The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $152, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ames and Philadelphia?
Stops in Ames
- A
Intermodal Facility
129 Hayward Ave, Ames, IA 50014, USA
Stops in Philadelphia
- BOff of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
- C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA - D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA - E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA - F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
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Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ames, IA, US to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ames to Philadelphia start from $152. The average price for this route is around $273. 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 Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Ames to Philadelphia is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 976 miles (1574 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Ames to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ames to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Ames to Philadelphia at 10:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ames to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Ames to Philadelphia generates an estimated 39 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
