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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Flint is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 10h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Flint is to shuttle and fly which takes 5h 32m and costs $190 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Flint?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Flint. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Flint via Des Moines and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 15m.

How far is it from Ames to Flint?

The distance between Ames and Flint is 602 miles. The road distance is 588.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Flint without a car is to bus and train which takes 14h 14m and costs $110 - $330.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Ames to Flint, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Flint bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Flint bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ames and Flint?

Flint is 1h ahead of Ames. It is currently 9:00 AM in Ames and 10:00 AM in Flint.

Can I drive from Ames to Flint?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Flint is 588 miles. It takes approximately 10h 20m to drive from Ames to Flint.

Where can I stay near Flint?

There are 31+ hotels available in Flint.

Ames to Flint - 9 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 9 ways to get from Ames to Flint by taxi, plane, bus, train, car, shuttle, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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

Taxi to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly to Bishop International Airport
best
1. Take the taxi from Ames to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)FOD - FNT
5h 54m
$235–561
Bus, train #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moines
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Flint Amtrak Station
15h 52m
$73–241
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moines
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Flint Amtrak Station
14h 14m
$110–327
Bus, train via Saint Paul
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. Paul
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Flint Amtrak Station
18h 32m
$106–396
Drive 584.9 mi
1. Drive from Ames to Flint584.9 mi
10h 20m
$107–155
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Bishop 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 Bishop International Airport (FNT)DSM - FNT
5h 32m
$197–780
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Detroit, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IA
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW)DSM - DTW
3. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Flint
7h 25m
$183–768
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Mbs International Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IA
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Mbs International Airport (MBS)DSM - MBS
3. Take the bus from Bay City, MI to Flint, MI
8h
$216–815
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moines
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Flint
17h 15m
$88–196

Ames to Flint by bus and train

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18h 32mAverage Duration

$106Cheapest Price

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Distance: 598.5 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Flint, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Flint via Des Moines and Chicago Bus Station in around 17h 15m.

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