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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood) | Gas Station Phillips 66 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood) | Gas Station Phillips 66 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood) | Gas Station Phillips 66 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood) | Gas Station Phillips 66 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood) | Gas Station Phillips 66 | No tags |
Get from Houston to Ames
The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 51 minutes and with fares starting at just $253, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Houston and Ames?
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
Stops in Ames
- A
Intermodal Facility
129 Hayward Ave, Ames, IA 50014, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, US to Ames, IA, 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 Houston to Ames?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Ames start from $253. The average price for this route is around $258. 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 Houston to Ames?
The average bus trip duration from Houston to Ames is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 852 miles (1374 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Ames route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Ames?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Ames at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 1:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Ames?
A bus trip from Houston to Ames generates an estimated 34 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Houston to Ames?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Ames?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Houston to Ames?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Tornado Bus, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Houston to Ames?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
