#1 Cit Signature Transportation
CIT CHARTERS INC
Based in Ames, IA
Call (515) 233-0286School Bus Contractors in Ames, IA
The top-ranked school bus contractors serving Ames, IA are Cit Signature Transportation, Sta Of Iowa Inc and American Party Buses. We list 3 school bus contractors serving Ames, IA. 3 of the providers shown match an active record from FMCSA, checked on the date shown. Rankings follow our published methodology; sponsored placements never change rank.
School Bus Contractors serving Ames, IA (Story County). 3 providers, 3 of the top 3 verified against federal or state records. Registry records checked on 2026-11-04.
Top 3 ranked school bus contractors for Ames
| # | Provider | Verified records | Based in | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cit Signature Transportation | ✓ Active for-hire passenger carrier (USDOT, FMCSA) #746649 | Ames, IA | (515) 233-0286 |
| 2 | Sta Of Iowa Inc | ✓ Active for-hire passenger carrier (USDOT, FMCSA) #2901999 | Johnston, IA (24 mi) | (515) 278-8149 |
| 3 | American Party Buses | ✓ Active for-hire passenger carrier (USDOT, FMCSA) #1686320 | Urbandale, IA (27 mi) | (515) 207-4410 |
#2 Sta Of Iowa Inc
STA OF IOWA INCServes this area from Johnston, IA (24 mi)Call (515) 278-8149#3 American Party Buses
AMERICAN PARTY BUSES LLCServes this area from Urbandale, IA (27 mi)Call (515) 207-4410
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Frequently asked questions
How many school bus contractors serve Ames?
We list 3 school bus contractors serving Ames, IA: 1 based there and 2 serving it from nearby. 3 of the top 3 match an active federal or state record, checked on 2026-11-04.
Which school bus contractors serve Ames?
The top-ranked school bus contractors serving Ames, IA are Cit Signature Transportation, Sta Of Iowa Inc and American Party Buses. The full ranked list, with the official records each provider matched, is on this page.
Which school bus contractors serving Ames are verified against official records?
3 of the top 3 match an active official record: Cit Signature Transportation (FMCSA), Sta Of Iowa Inc (FMCSA) and American Party Buses (FMCSA). Each badge links to the official record it matched.
How are these companies ranked?
By our published methodology: verified registrations, documented capabilities, years registered and responsiveness. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never affect rank.
What does "Verified" mean on this page?
"Verified" means we matched the provider to an active official record on the date shown; each badge links to that record. The absence of a badge only means we have not verified that item.
What should I check before hiring a carrier?
Look up the USDOT and MC numbers in FMCSA records, ask for a certificate of insurance naming you, confirm equipment and lanes in writing, and agree on accessorial charges before the first load.
What should a school check before contracting buses?
Ask for the USDOT number, driver CDL and school bus endorsements, inspection records, insurance limits and how the contractor handles substitute drivers and breakdowns.
"Verified" means we matched the provider to an active official record on the date shown. The absence of a badge only means we have not verified that item. How we rank and verify. Page updated .