IA → MN · about 159 miles
Ames to Faribault bus schedule
Jefferson Lines runs 14 direct buses a week from Ames to Faribault. The fastest takes 3 hours 15 minutes; the first bus leaves at 4:50 AM and the last at 12:55 PM. Standard one-way fares run from $75 to $83.
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- Buses a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 3h 15m
- First bus
- 4:50 AM
- Last bus
- 12:55 PM
- Standard fare
- $75–$83
A standard fare is the carrier's published one-way price. Many carriers price by demand, so the fare when you book can be higher or lower. Fares don't include any fees the carrier's ticket site may add; BusSchedules.com adds no fees.
Timetable
Every bus leaves from Ames and arrives at Faribault. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Bus company | Standard fare & ticket |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:50 AM | 8:05 AM | 3h 15m | Daily | Jefferson Lines Full timetable | $75Book (carrier website) |
| 12:55 PM | 4:35 PM | 3h 40m | Daily | Jefferson Lines Full timetable | $83Book (carrier website) |
Route map
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Where to board in Ames Where you get off in Faribault The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the bus in Ames
Where the bus stops in Faribault
- Faribault Jefferson Lines bus stop Map of Faribault Jefferson Lines bus stop (Google Maps)
Return trip: Faribault to Ames
Questions
How long is the bus from Ames to Faribault?
The fastest direct bus takes 3 hours 15 minutes.
How much is the bus from Ames to Faribault?
The standard one-way fare with Jefferson Lines is $75 to $83, depending on the trip. Many carriers price by demand, so the fare when you book can be higher or lower. Fares don't include any fees the carrier's ticket site may add; BusSchedules.com adds no fees.
What time is the first bus from Ames to Faribault?
The earliest departure is at 4:50 AM (Daily) and the last at 12:55 PM (Daily).
Which bus companies go from Ames to Faribault?
Jefferson Lines runs direct buses on this route.
Where do I catch the bus in Ames?
Buses to Faribault leave from Ames Jefferson Lines bus stop.