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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Atlanta is to drive which costs $160 - $240 and takes 16h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Atlanta is to shuttle and fly which takes 4h 10m and costs $210 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Atlanta?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Atlanta station. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Atlanta Bus Station via Kansas City Bus Station, St. Louis and Carbondale Intermodal Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 45m.

How far is it from Ames to Atlanta?

The distance between Ames and Atlanta is 796 miles. The road distance is 906.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Atlanta without a car is to bus via Carbondale which takes 21h 45m and costs $170 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Ames to Atlanta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Atlanta bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Atlanta bus arrive?

Ames to Atlanta bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

What is the time difference between Ames and Atlanta?

Atlanta is 1h ahead of Ames. It is currently 2:40 PM in Ames and 3:40 PM in Atlanta.

Can I drive from Ames to Atlanta?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Atlanta is 907 miles. It takes approximately 16h 38m to drive from Ames to Atlanta.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ames to Atlanta?

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Where can I stay near Atlanta?

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Ames to Atlanta - 5 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ames to Atlanta by shuttle, plane, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak, Flixbus), car, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, or train

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Shuttle, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)plane DSM - ATL
4h 10m
$215–943
Drive 901.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Atlantacar 901.3 mi
16h 38m
$165–238
Bus via Carbondale
1. Take the bus from Ames to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondalebus
4. Take the bus from Carbondale Intermodal Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
21h 45m
$178–278
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
22h 20m
$179–296
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ames to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the train from Kansas City to St. Louistrain
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
24h 40m
$289–471

Ames to Atlanta by bus

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21h 45mAverage Duration

$178Cheapest Price

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Distance: 791.9 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Atlanta, GA, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Atlanta Bus Station via Kansas City, Kansas City Bus Station, St Louis Bus Station, St. Louis, and Carbondale Intermodal Station in around 21h 45m.

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