Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Ames, IA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from San Diego to Ames on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Downtown SD (Seaport)
Ames (Phillips 66)No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Ames (Phillips 66)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Ames (Phillips 66)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Ames (Phillips 66)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Downtown SD (Seaport)
Ames (Phillips 66)No tags

Get from San Diego to Ames

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just £172, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 18hAverage duration
1431 milesDistance
58kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from San Diego, CA, US to Ames, IA, US

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Ames?

    The cheapest coach tickets from San Diego to Ames start from £172. The average price for this route is around £173. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from San Diego to Ames?

    The average bus journey time from San Diego to Ames is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 1431 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Diego to Ames route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Ames?

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Ames at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 14:10.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Ames?

    A bus journey from San Diego to Ames produces an estimated 58 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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