Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Ames (Phillips 66) | The Woodlands - Windvale Center | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Ames (Phillips 66) | Downtown Gray & Smith | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Ames (Phillips 66) | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Ames (Phillips 66) | Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Ames (Phillips 66) | Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby | No tags |
Get from Ames to Houston
The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $245, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ames and Houston?
Stops in Ames
- A
Intermodal Facility
129 Hayward Ave, Ames, IA 50014, USA
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ames, IA, US to Houston, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Ames to Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ames to Houston start from $245. The average price for this route is around $268. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Ames to Houston?
The average bus trip duration from Ames to Houston is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 851 miles (1373 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Ames to Houston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ames to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Ames to Houston at 10:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ames to Houston?
A bus trip from Ames to Houston generates an estimated 34 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
