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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Corvallis is to bus which costs $200 - $440 and takes 2 days 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Corvallis is to shuttle and fly and bus which takes 8h 35m and costs $440 - $1,800.

How far is it from Ames to Corvallis?

The distance between Ames and Corvallis is 1610 miles. The road distance is 1824.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Corvallis without a car is to bus and train which takes 46h 4m and costs $200 - $490.

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

It takes approximately 8h 35m to get from Ames to Corvallis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Corvallis bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Corvallis bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ames and Corvallis?

Corvallis is 2h behind Ames. It is currently 8:04 PM in Ames and 6:04 PM in Corvallis.

Can I drive from Ames to Corvallis?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Corvallis is 1824 miles. It takes approximately 31h 12m to drive from Ames to Corvallis.

Where can I stay near Corvallis?

There are 68+ hotels available in Corvallis.

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Corvallis. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Corvallis via Des Moines, Denver Union Station, Sparks Transit Center and Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 4h.

There are 5 ways to get from Ames to Corvallis by shuttle, plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), 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 Portland International Airport, bus
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 Portland International Airport (PDX)plane DSM - PDX
3. Take the bus from Portland International Airport to Corvallis: Courtyard by Marriottbus
8h 35m
$442–1,740
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. Paulbus
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Portlandtrain
3. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Corvallisbus
46h 4m
$202–481
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Sparks Transit Centerbus
4. Take the bus from Sparks Transit Center to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
5. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Corvallisbus
2d 4h
$207–431
Drive 1,813.7 mi
1. Drive from Ames to Corvalliscar 1,813.7 mi
31h 12m
$331–479
Shuttle, fly to Mahlon Sweet Field 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 Mahlon Sweet Field Airport (EUG)plane DSM - EUG
3. Take the bus from Eugene to Corvallisbus
9h 51m
$341–1,255

Ames to Corvallis by bus and train

7Weekly Services

46h 4mAverage Duration

$202Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,600.9 mi
Duration: 8h 35m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Corvallis, OR, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Corvallis via Des Moines, Denver Union Station, Sparks Transit Center, and Sacramento Bus Station in around 2d 4h.

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