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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Michigan is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 10h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Michigan is to shuttle and fly which takes 4h 43m and costs $180 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Michigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Michigan station. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Detroit Bus Station via Des Moines and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 55m.

How far is it from Ames to Michigan?

The distance between Ames and Michigan is 592 miles. The road distance is 602.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Michigan without a car is to bus and train which takes 15h 2m and costs $130 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Ames to Michigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Michigan bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Michigan bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ames and Michigan?

Michigan is 1h ahead of Ames. It is currently 8:27 AM in Ames and 9:27 AM in Michigan.

Can I drive from Ames to Michigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Michigan is 603 miles. It takes approximately 10h 33m to drive from Ames to Michigan.

Where can I stay near Michigan?

There are 487+ hotels available in Michigan.

Ames to Michigan - 10 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Ames to Michigan by shuttle, plane, bus, train, car, 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.

Shuttle, fly to Detroit
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 Detroit (DTW)DSM - DTW
4h 43m
$184–792
Bus
cheapest
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 Detroit Bus Station
15h 55m
$93–261
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 Detroit
15h 2m
$130–357
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 Detroit
19h 19m
$141–466
Drive 599.4 mi
1. Drive from Ames to Detroit599.4 mi
10h 33m
$110–158
Shuttle, 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
6h 59m
$212–830
Shuttle, fly to Capital Region 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 Capital Region International Airport (LAN)DSM - LAN
6h 49m
$214–992
Shuttle, fly to Gerald R. Ford 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 Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)DSM - GRR
7h 26m
$266–1,294
Bus, train #2
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 Detroit
15h 49m
$108–301
Bus via Auburn Gresham
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 to Detroit Bus Station
17h 55m
$117–321

Ames to Michigan by bus, train, and tram

7Weekly Services

19h 19mAverage Duration

$141Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ames to Michigan.

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Distance: 588.5 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Michigan, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Detroit Bus Station via Des Moines and Chicago Bus Station in around 15h 55m.

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