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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Lawrence is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Lawrence is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Lawrence?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Lawrence. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Lawrence Bus Stop via Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Ames to Lawrence?

The distance between Ames and Lawrence is 270 miles. The road distance is 262 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Lawrence without a car is to bus which takes 6h 25m and costs $65 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Ames to Lawrence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Lawrence bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Lawrence bus arrive?

Ames to Lawrence bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Ames to Lawrence?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Lawrence is 262 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Ames to Lawrence.

Where can I stay near Lawrence?

There are 39+ hotels available in Lawrence.

Ames to Lawrence - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, shuttle, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Ames to Lawrence by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, shuttle, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ames to Kansas Citybus Jefferson Lines 803 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Lawrence Bus Stopbus Greyhound US1142 / ...
6h 25m
$65–93
Drive 260.5 mi
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1. Drive from Ames to Lawrencecar 260.5 mi
4h 29m
$48–69
Shuttle, fly, drive
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)plane DSM - MHK
3. Drive from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Lawrencecar
7h 55m
$218–864

Ames to Lawrence by bus

18Weekly Buses

6h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 268.2 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Lawrence, KS, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Lawrence Bus Stop via Kansas City and Kansas City Bus Station in around 6h 25m.

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