Find coaches from Ames, IA, US to Portland, OR

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Next departures from Ames to Portland on 30 October
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Ames (Phillips 66)
Portland Curbside Bus StopNo tags

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Get from Ames to Portland

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The journey takes about 2 days, 7 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$242, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
2d 7hAverage duration
1460 milesDistance
59kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Ames, IA, US to Portland, OR: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$242
Average bus trip duration2d 7h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure17:20
Distance1460 miles

Ames to Portland Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Ames to Portland.

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Ames to Portland, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Ames, IA, US - Portland, OR

  1. What's the distance between Ames and Portland by coach?

    The distance between Ames and Portland by coach is approximately 1459 miles (2354 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Ames to Portland without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. 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 also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Ames, IA, US to Portland, OR was searched and found on 1 Nov 2025 with a price of US$235

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

You can expect to pay from US$235 to US$235 for a bus ticket from Ames, IA, US to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$235, which is on 2025-11-01.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Ames to Portland that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Ames to Portland while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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