Find coaches from La Crosse, WI to Ames, IA, US

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Next departures from La Crosse to Ames on 30 October
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Jefferson Lines
632 17th Street North
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Jefferson Lines
632 17th Street North
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Jefferson Lines
La Crosse MTU Transit Center
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Jefferson Lines
La Crosse MTU Transit Center
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Jefferson Lines
La Crosse MTU Transit Center
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Get from La Crosse to Ames

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The journey takes about 9 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$152, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
9h 50mAverage duration
279 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus La Crosse, WI to Ames, IA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$152
Average bus trip duration9h 50m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure12:25
Distance279 km
Latest bus departure12:50

La Crosse to Ames Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip La Crosse, WI - Ames, IA, US

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

    The bus ticket price from La Crosse to Ames starts at US$152. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from La Crosse to Ames 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 La Crosse to Ames?

    The average travel time between La Crosse and Ames is around 9h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 278 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from La Crosse to Ames can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from La Crosse to Ames by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from La Crosse to Ames?

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from La Crosse, WI to Ames, IA, US was searched and found on 29 Oct 2025 with a price of US$148

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

You can expect to pay from US$148 to US$156 for a bus ticket from La Crosse, WI to Ames, IA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$148, which is on 2025-11-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from La Crosse to Ames.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

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

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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.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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