What is the cheapest way to get from Ames to Albuquerque?

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Albuquerque is to bus which costs $110 - $320 and takes 25h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ames to Albuquerque?

The fastest way to get from Ames to Albuquerque is to shuttle and fly which takes 7h 12m and costs $300 - $1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Albuquerque?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Albuquerque station. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Albuquerque Bus Station via Des Moines and Denver Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 45m.

How far is it from Ames to Albuquerque?

The distance between Ames and Albuquerque is 885 miles. The road distance is 1014 miles.

How do I travel from Ames to Albuquerque without a car?

The best way to get from Ames to Albuquerque without a car is to bus via Des Moines which takes 23h 31m and costs $200 - $390.

How long does it take to get from Ames to Albuquerque?

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Ames to Albuquerque, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Albuquerque bus from?

Ames to Albuquerque bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Ames station.

Where does the Ames to Albuquerque bus arrive?

Ames to Albuquerque bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Des Moines station.

What is the time difference between Ames and Albuquerque?

Albuquerque is 1h behind Ames. It is currently 2:42 PM in Ames and 1:42 PM in Albuquerque.

Can I drive from Ames to Albuquerque?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Albuquerque is 1014 miles. It takes approximately 17h 58m to drive from Ames to Albuquerque.

Where can I stay near Albuquerque?

There are 290+ hotels available in Albuquerque.

Ames to Albuquerque - 6 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Ames to Albuquerque by shuttle, plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Shuttle, fly to Albuquerque International Airport
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IA
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Albuquerque International Airport (ABQ)DSM - ABQ
7h 12m
$302–1,391
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moines
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver Union Station
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Albuquerque Bus Station
25h 45m
$118–316
Bus via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moines
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver
3. Take the bus from Denver to ABQ Alvarado Transportation Center
23h 31m
$207–382
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moines
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City
3. Take the train from Kansas City to Albuquerque Alvarado Transportation Center
24h 33m
$121–451
Drive 1,008.1 mi
1. Drive from Ames to Albuquerque1,008.1 mi
17h 58m
$184–266
Shuttle, fly to Santa Fe Municipal Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IA
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF)DSM - SAF
3. Take a shuttle bus from Santa Fe, NM - Municipal Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport
7h 46m
$287–975

Ames to Albuquerque by bus, foot, tram, and train

13Weekly Services

24h 33mAverage Duration

$121Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ames to Albuquerque.

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Distance: 879.4 mi
Duration: 7h 12m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Albuquerque, NM, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to ABQ Alvarado Transportation Center via Des Moines, Des Moines, Denver, and Denver in around 23h 31m.

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