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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Arizona is to bus which costs $130 - $470 and takes 34h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Arizona is to shuttle and fly which takes 5h 21m and costs $290 - $1,200.

How far is it from Ames to Arizona?

The distance between Ames and Arizona is 1203 miles. The road distance is 1429.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Arizona without a car is to bus and train which takes 34h 3m and costs $190 - $1,100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Ames to Arizona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Arizona bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Arizona bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ames and Arizona?

Arizona is 1h behind Ames. It is currently 10:26 AM in Ames and 9:26 AM in Arizona.

Can I drive from Ames to Arizona?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Arizona is 1430 miles. It takes approximately 25h 2m to drive from Ames to Arizona.

Where can I stay near Arizona?

There are 2711+ hotels available in Arizona.

Ames to Arizona - 7 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ames and Arizona?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Arizona. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Buckeye Rd & Central Av via Des Moines, Kansas City, Tulsa Bus Station and 24th St Sky Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 36m.

There are 7 ways to get from Ames to Arizona by shuttle, plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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 Phoenix
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 Phoenix (PHX)DSM - PHX
5h 21m
$294–1,192
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moines
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Tulsa
4. Take the bus from Tulsa Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Station
34h 36m
$136–463
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 Flagstaff
4. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station
34h 3m
$192–1,013
Drive 1,421.6 mi
1. Drive from Ames to Phoenix1,421.6 mi
25h 2m
$260–375
Shuttle, fly to Tucson
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IA
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Tucson (TUS)DSM - TUS
8h 11m
$452–1,990
Shuttle, fly to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway 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 Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)DSM - AZA
6h 27m
$246–994
Bus via Ciudad Juárez
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moines
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City
3. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to El Paso
4. Take the bus from El Paso to Phoenix
34h 39m
$223–413

Ames to Arizona by bus

7Weekly Buses

34h 36mAverage Duration

$136Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,196.1 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Arizona, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Buckeye Rd & Central Av via Des Moines, Kansas City, Tulsa Bus Station, Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd), and 24th St Sky Train Station in around 34h 36m.

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