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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Memphis is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 11h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Memphis is to shuttle and fly which takes 7h 16m and costs $270 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Memphis?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Memphis. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at 3RD STREET at EXCHANGE AVENUE via Des Moines, Kansas City and Airways Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 37m.

How far is it from Ames to Memphis?

The distance between Ames and Memphis is 548 miles. The road distance is 631 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Memphis without a car is to bus which takes 17h 37m and costs $65 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 7h 16m to get from Ames to Memphis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Memphis bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Memphis bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ames to Memphis?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Memphis is 631 miles. It takes approximately 11h 23m to drive from Ames to Memphis.

Where can I stay near Memphis?

There are 533+ hotels available in Memphis.

Ames to Memphis - 7 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, car

There are 7 ways to get from Ames to Memphis by shuttle, plane, bus, car, taxi, or train

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
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IA
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Memphis (MEM)DSM - MEM
7h 16m
$273–1,291
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moines
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Memphis Bus Station
17h 37m
$67–302
Drive 627.3 mi
1. Drive from Ames to Memphis627.3 mi
11h 23m
$115–166
Taxi to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Ames to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Memphis (MEM)FOD - MEM
7h 31m
$256–772
Bus to Mason City, fly
1. Take the bus from Ames to Mason City
2. Fly from Mason City (MCW) to Memphis (MEM)MCW - MEM
8h 56m
$119–658
Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Ames to MSP Airport
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Memphis (MEM)MSP - MEM
8h 46m
$391–1,194
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moines
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City
3. Take the train from Kansas City to St. Louis
4. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Memphis Bus Station
19h 50m
$136–372

Ames to Memphis by bus

4Weekly Buses

17h 37mAverage Duration

$67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 544.8 mi
Duration: 7h 16m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Memphis, TN, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to 3RD STREET at EXCHANGE AVENUE via Des Moines, Kansas City, and Airways Transit Center in around 17h 37m.

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