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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Boise is to drive which costs $250 - $370 and takes 21h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Boise is to shuttle and fly which takes 7h 18m and costs $420 - $1,900.

How far is it from Ames to Boise?

The distance between Ames and Boise is 1208 miles. The road distance is 1382.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Boise without a car is to bus which takes 43h 25m and costs $230 - $550.

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

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Ames to Boise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Boise bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Boise bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ames and Boise?

Boise is 1h behind Ames. It is currently 12:45 PM in Ames and 11:45 AM in Boise.

Can I drive from Ames to Boise?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Boise is 1382 miles. It takes approximately 21h 26m to drive from Ames to Boise.

Where can I stay near Boise?

There are 285+ hotels available in Boise.

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Boise station. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Main Street Station - Upper Deck via Des Moines, Denver Union Station, Cedar City, UT and W Chinden Blvd & W 39th St SWC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 25m.

There are 5 ways to get from Ames to Boise by shuttle, plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, 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 to Des Moines, fly
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 Boise Airport (BOI)DSM - BOI
7h 18m
$423–1,891
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. Paul
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Spokane
3. Take the bus from Spokane Station to Boise, ID - Airport
46h 52m
$222–587
Bus
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 Cedar City
4. Take the bus from Cedar City, UT to 3988 W Chinden - Boise
43h 25m
$234–514
Drive 1,374.2 mi
1. Drive from Ames to Boise1,374.2 mi
21h 26m
$251–363
Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Ames to MSP Airport
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Boise Airport (BOI)MSP - BOI
8h 13m
$261–1,294

Ames to Boise by bus and foot

2Weekly Services

43h 25mAverage Duration

$234Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,201 mi
Duration: 7h 18m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Boise, ID, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Main Street Station - Upper Deck via Des Moines, Denver Union Station, Cedar City, Cedar City, UT, 3988 W Chinden - Boise, and W Chinden Blvd & W 39th St SWC in around 43h 25m.

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