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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 | Ames | Union Depot | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ames | Union Depot | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ames | Union Depot | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ames | Union Depot | No tags | ||||
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Get from Ames to Saint Paul
The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ames and Saint Paul?
Stops in Saint Paul
- A178 Cesar Chavez St, St Paul MN 55107, USA
- B240 Kellogg Blvd E (Union Depot), St Paul, MN 55101
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ames, IA, US to Saint Paul, 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 Saint Paul?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ames to Saint Paul start from $87. The average price for this route is around $233. 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 Saint Paul?
The average bus travel time from Ames to Saint Paul is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 329 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 25m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Ames to Saint Paul route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines, Tornado Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ames to Saint Paul?
The earliest bus departs from Ames to Saint Paul at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 1:21pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ames to Saint Paul?
A bus trip from Ames to Saint Paul generates an estimated 8 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 Saint Paul?
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 764 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ames to Saint Paul?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Ames to Saint Paul?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a punctuality rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ames to Saint Paul?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Saint Paul, US was searched and found on Jan 19, 2026 with a price of $139To 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 Saint Paul, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $139 to $222 for a bus ticket from Ames, IA, US to Saint Paul, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $139 which is on 2026-01-19.
Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
