Find coaches from Ames, IA, US to Chicago

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Next departures from Ames to Chicago on 7 October
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Jefferson Lines
Ames
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Bus Ames, IA, US to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$85
Average bus trip duration7h 45m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure10:15
Distance309 miles
Latest bus departure22:20

Ames to Chicago Bus

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

  1. How far is Chicago from Ames by coach?

    The journey from Ames to Chicago by coach covers an approximate distance of 308 miles (496 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Chicago from Ames without flying?

    To travel from Ames to Chicago without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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

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