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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Burlington Trailways Station | Ames | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Burlington Trailways Station | Ames | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Burlington Trailways Station | Ames | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Burlington Trailways Station | Ames | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Burlington Trailways Station | Ames | No tags |
Get from Omaha to Ames
The journey takes about 3 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just ARS 70,363, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Omaha and Ames?
Stops in Omaha
- A
Omaha Bus Station
1601 Jackson St, Omaha, NE 68102
Stops in Ames
- A
Intermodal Facility
129 Hayward Ave, Ames, IA 50014, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Omaha, 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 Omaha to Ames?
The cheapest bus tickets from Omaha to Ames start from ARS 70,363. The average price for this route is around ARS 88,602. 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 Omaha to Ames?
The average bus trip duration from Omaha to Ames is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 131 miles (210 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Omaha to Ames route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Jefferson Lines.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Omaha to Ames?
The earliest bus departs from Omaha to Ames at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Omaha to Ames?
A bus trip from Omaha to Ames generates an estimated 5.249175 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 Omaha to Ames?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 766 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Omaha to Ames?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Omaha to Ames?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a punctuality rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Omaha to Ames?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Omaha, US to Ames, IA, US was searched and found on Apr 18, 2026 with a price of ARS 73,632To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Omaha, US to Ames, IA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ARS 73,632 to ARS 73,632 for a bus ticket from Omaha, US to Ames, IA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 73,632 which is on 2026-04-18.
