Find coaches from Milwaukee to Ames, IA, US

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Next departures from Milwaukee to Ames on 11 October
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Jefferson Lines
St. Paul & N5th
AmesNo tags
Jefferson Lines
St. Paul & N5th
AmesNo tags
Jefferson Lines
St. Paul & N5th
AmesNo tags
Jefferson Lines
St. Paul & N5th
AmesNo tags
Jefferson Lines
St. Paul & N5th
AmesNo tags

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Bus Milwaukee to Ames, IA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$173
Average bus trip duration13h 15m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure06:30
Distance300 miles
Latest bus departure09:00

Milwaukee to Ames Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Milwaukee to Ames. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Milwaukee to Ames from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Milwaukee to Ames, 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 Milwaukee - Ames, IA, US

  1. How far is Ames from Milwaukee by coach?

    The distance between Milwaukee and Ames by coach is approximately 300 miles (484 km).

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

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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

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US$95
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US$168
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Ames, IA, US was searched and found on 9 Oct 2025 with a price of US$95

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

You can expect to pay from US$95 to US$168 for a bus ticket from Milwaukee to Ames, IA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$168, which is on 2025-10-16.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Milwaukee and Ames!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Milwaukee to Ames, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Milwaukee to Ames that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Milwaukee to Ames.

Did you know?

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

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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