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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Champaign is to drive which costs $65 - $95 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Champaign is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 16m and costs $170 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Champaign?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Champaign. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

How far is it from Ames to Champaign?

The distance between Ames and Champaign is 377 miles. The road distance is 359.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Champaign without a car is to bus which takes 9h 5m and costs $70 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 9h 5m to get from Ames to Champaign, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Champaign bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Champaign bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ames to Champaign?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Champaign is 359 miles. It takes approximately 6h 26m to drive from Ames to Champaign.

Where can I stay near Champaign?

There are 74+ hotels available in Champaign.

Ames to Champaign - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, shuttle, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Ames to Champaign by bus (Greyhound), car, shuttle, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 801 / ...
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus Greyhound US0157S
9h 5m
$75–137
Drive 357.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Champaigncar 357.3 mi
6h 26m
$66–95
Shuttle, fly to University Of Illinois Willard Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI)plane DSM - CMI
6h 16m
$175–703
Shuttle, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DSM - MDW
3. Take the bus from Chicago Midway Airport to Illinois Terminalbus
6h 25m
$197–730

Ames to Champaign by bus

7Weekly Buses

9h 5mAverage Duration

$75Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 374.3 mi
Duration: 9h 5m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Champaign, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr via Des Moines in around 9h 5m.

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