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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Austin is to drive which costs $160 - $240 and takes 15h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Austin is to shuttle and fly which takes 4h 24m and costs $230 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Austin?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Austin. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Downtown Austin via Kansas City Bus Station and Denton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 20m.

How far is it from Ames to Austin?

The distance between Ames and Austin is 868 miles. The road distance is 910.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Austin without a car is to bus which takes 21h 20m and costs $170 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Ames to Austin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Austin bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Austin bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ames to Austin?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Austin is 911 miles. It takes approximately 15h 16m to drive from Ames to Austin.

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

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

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

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Shuttle, fly to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
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 Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)plane DSM - AUS
4h 24m
$233–992
Drive 905.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Austincar 905.4 mi
15h 16m
$166–239
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Dentonbus
3. Take the bus from Denton to Downtown Austinbus
21h 20m
$174–281
Shuttle, fly to Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport, drive
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport (GRK)plane DSM - GRK
3. Drive from Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport (GRK) to Austincar
6h 55m
$193–758
Bus via Irving
1. Take the bus from Ames to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Dallas Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Austin Eastside Bus Plazabus
22h 25m
$169–301
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ames to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Dallas Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Dallas to Austintrain
25h 57m
$215–407
Bus via (7031) 21St St. & Garnett Rd. Eb
1. Take the bus from Ames to Tulsabus Jefferson Lines 801
2. Take the bus from Tulsa to Austinbus Tulsa-Aguascalientes
26h 47m
$297–341

Ames to Austin by bus

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21h 20mAverage Duration

$174Cheapest Price

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Distance: 863.1 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Austin, TX, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Downtown Austin via Kansas City, Kansas City Bus Station, and Denton in around 21h 20m.

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