Find coaches from Ames, IA, US to Chicago

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Next departures from Ames to Chicago on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Ames (Phillips 66)
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapest
Jefferson Lines
Ames
Chicago (Bus Station)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Ames (Phillips 66)
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags

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Get from Ames to Chicago

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The journey takes about 8 hours, and with fares starting at just US$59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
8hAverage duration
497 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Ames, IA, US to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$83
Average bus trip duration8h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure10:15
Distance497 km
Latest bus departure22:20

Ames to Chicago Bus

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

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Ames to Chicago cost?

    The bus ticket price from Ames to Chicago starts at US$59. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Ames to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Ames to Chicago?

    The average travel time between Ames and Chicago is around 8h, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 496 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Ames and Chicago?

    The number of buses from Ames to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Ames to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Ames to Chicago?

    When taking the bus from Ames to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Jefferson Lines.

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

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US$67
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US$65
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US$57
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Ames, IA, US to Chicago was searched and found on 02 Nov 2025 with a price of US$57

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 Chicago as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$57 to US$148 for a bus ticket from Ames, IA, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$57, which is on 2025-11-02.

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Bus Travel Tips

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

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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