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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Kalamazoo is to drive which costs $80 - $130 and takes 8h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Kalamazoo is to taxi and fly and train which takes 6h 55m and costs $210 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Kalamazoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Kalamazoo. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Kalamazoo Bus Stop via Des Moines and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 50m.

How far is it from Ames to Kalamazoo?

The distance between Ames and Kalamazoo is 473 miles. The road distance is 465.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Kalamazoo without a car is to bus and train which takes 12h 5m and costs $70 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Ames to Kalamazoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Kalamazoo bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Kalamazoo bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ames and Kalamazoo?

Kalamazoo is 1h ahead of Ames. It is currently 5:16 PM in Ames and 6:16 PM in Kalamazoo.

Can I drive from Ames to Kalamazoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Kalamazoo is 466 miles. It takes approximately 8h 28m to drive from Ames to Kalamazoo.

Where can I stay near Kalamazoo?

There are 49+ hotels available in Kalamazoo.

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

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

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 to Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport
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 Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport (AZO)plane DSM - AZO
7h 2m
$174–792
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Kalamazoo Bus Stopbus
12h 50m
$65–191
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kalamazootrain
12h 5m
$71–231
Bus, train via Saint Paul
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. Paulbus
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kalamazootrain
15h 35m
$109–396
Drive 462.9 mi
1. Drive from Ames to Kalamazoocar 462.9 mi
8h 28m
$85–122
Taxi to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take the taxi from Ames to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)taxi
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane FOD - ORD
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kalamazootrain
6h 55m
$213–519
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
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 O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DSM - ORD
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kalamazootrain
7h 22m
$175–708
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
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 train from Chicago Union Station to Kalamazootrain
7h 4m
$202–885
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Detroit, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW)plane DSM - DTW
3. Take the train from Dearborn to Kalamazootrain
7h 58m
$219–962

Ames to Kalamazoo by bus, foot, and train

14Weekly Services

12h 5mAverage Duration

$71Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ames to Kalamazoo.

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Distance: 469.8 mi
Duration: 7h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Ames to Kalamazoo Bus Stop via Des Moines and Chicago Bus Station in around 12h 50m.

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