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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Ames (Phillips 66) | Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road. | CheapestFastest | ||||
Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | Ames | St. Paul & N5th | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Ames | St. Paul & N5th | No tags |
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Get from Ames to Milwaukee
The journey takes about 17 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ames and Milwaukee?
Stops in Ames
- A
Intermodal Facility
129 Hayward Ave, Ames, IA 50014, USA
Stops in Milwaukee
- B433 W St Paul Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA
- C
S Cesar Chavez
1016 S Cesar E Chavez Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53204, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ames, IA, US to Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ames to Milwaukee start from $114. The average price for this route is around $228. 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 Milwaukee?
The average bus travel time from Ames to Milwaukee is 17h 40m, covering a distance of 484 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Ames to Milwaukee route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ames to Milwaukee?
The earliest bus departs from Ames to Milwaukee at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ames to Milwaukee?
A bus trip from Ames to Milwaukee generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Ames to Milwaukee?
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 759 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ames to Milwaukee?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Jefferson Lines has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Ames to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ames to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a cleanliness rating of 4.0 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 Ames, IA, US to Milwaukee was searched and found on Dec 26, 2025 with a price of $107To 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 Milwaukee, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $107 to $260 for a bus ticket from Ames, IA, US to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $107 which is on 2025-12-26.
