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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to California is to bus which costs $160 - $460 and takes 39h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to California is to shuttle and fly which takes 7h 11m and costs $230 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and California?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to California station. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via Des Moines, Denver Union Station and Las Vegas BusTerminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h.

How far is it from Ames to California?

The distance between Ames and California is 1482 miles. The road distance is 1720.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to California without a car is to bus which takes 39h and costs $160 - $460.

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

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Ames to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to California bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to California bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ames and California?

California is 2h behind Ames. It is currently 8:33 AM in Ames and 6:33 AM in California.

Can I drive from Ames to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to California is 1721 miles. It takes approximately 26h 36m to drive from Ames to California.

Where can I stay near California?

There are 2772+ hotels available in California.

Ames to California - 8 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Ames to California 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, fly to San Diego 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 San Diego International Airport (SAN)DSM - SAN
7h 38m
$344–1,395
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 Las Vegas BusTerminal
4. Take the bus from Las Vegas BusTerminal to Los Angeles Union Station
39h
$168–451
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 Los Angeles
41h 59m
$200–636
Drive 1,710.7 mi
1. Drive from Ames to Los Angeles1,710.7 mi
26h 36m
$313–451
Shuttle, fly to Los Angeles International 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 Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)DSM - LAX
7h 11m
$233–904
Shuttle, fly to Long Beach 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 Long Beach Airport (LGB)DSM - LGB
8h 20m
$274–1,092
Shuttle, fly to Fresno Yosemite International 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 Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)DSM - FAT
8h 38m
$323–1,391
Shuttle, fly to John Wayne Airport Orange County
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IA
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)DSM - SNA
8h 30m
$308–1,296

Ames to California by bus

7Weekly Buses

39hAverage Duration

$168Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ames to California.

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Distance: 1,473.1 mi
Duration: 7h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Ames to Los Angeles Union Station via Des Moines, Denver Union Station, and Las Vegas BusTerminal in around 39h.

Airlines

Website: southwest.com

Flights from Des Moines to San Diego International Airport via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 5h 28m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $260–1,300

Flights from Des Moines to San Diego International Airport via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 50m
When: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday
Estimated price: $260–1,200

Flights from Des Moines to San Diego International Airport via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 6h 42m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $260–1,300

Flights from Des Moines to San Diego International Airport via St. Louis

Ave. Duration: 7h 35m
When: Monday, Tuesday, and Friday
Estimated price: $310–1,400

Flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles International Airport via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 55m
When: Wednesday to Friday
Estimated price: $140–700

Flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles International Airport via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 6h 5m
When: Monday and Saturday
Estimated price: $140–700

Flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles International Airport via St. Louis

Ave. Duration: 6h 25m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $170–800

Flights from Des Moines to Long Beach Airport via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 6h 1m
When: Monday to Saturday
Estimated price: $190–900

Flights from Des Moines to Long Beach Airport via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 50m
When: Monday, Tuesday, and Friday
Estimated price: $190–900

Flights from Des Moines to Long Beach Airport via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 5h 37m
When: Monday and Saturday
Estimated price: $190–900

Flights from Des Moines to Long Beach Airport via Chicago Midway

Ave. Duration: 6h 45m
When: Monday
Estimated price: $240–1,100

Flights from Des Moines to Fresno Yosemite International Airport via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 6h 30m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $250–1,200

Flights from Des Moines to Fresno Yosemite International Airport via Denver

Ave. Duration: 7h 55m
When: Monday to Friday
Estimated price: $240–1,200

Flights from Des Moines to John Wayne Airport Orange County via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 5h 25m
When: Monday
Estimated price: $230–1,100

Flights from Des Moines to John Wayne Airport Orange County via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 35m
When: Monday and Friday
Estimated price: $220–1,100

Flights from Des Moines to John Wayne Airport Orange County via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 5h 55m
When: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday
Estimated price: $220–1,100

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