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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Mobile is to drive which costs $180 - $260 and takes 18h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Mobile is to shuttle and fly and bus which takes 6h 51m and costs $350 - $1,200.

How far is it from Ames to Mobile?

The distance between Ames and Mobile is 1022 miles. The road distance is 992.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Mobile without a car is to bus via New South Memphis which takes 31h 9m and costs $130 - $440.

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Ames to Mobile, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Mobile bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Mobile bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ames to Mobile?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Mobile is 993 miles. It takes approximately 18h 41m to drive from Ames to Mobile.

Where can I stay near Mobile?

There are 197+ hotels available in Mobile.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ames and Mobile?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Mobile. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Water NB at St Louis St via Des Moines, Kansas City, Memphis Bus Station, New Orleans Bus Station and Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 9m.

There are 10 ways to get from Ames to Mobile by shuttle, plane, bus, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train, car, or bus (Flixbus, 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, fly to Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport, bus
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 Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS)DSM - VPS
3. Take the bus from McDonald's - Crestview to Love's Travel Stop - Loxley
6h 51m
$352–1,150
Bus via New South Memphis
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
4. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to New Orleans Bus Station
5. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Mobile Bus Station
31h 9m
$131–434
Bus, train via Des Moines
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 New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal
4. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Mobile Bus Station
33h 44m
$235–570
Drive 986.8 mi
1. Drive from Ames to Mobile986.8 mi
18h 41m
$181–261
Shuttle, fly to Mobile Regional 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 Mobile Regional Airport (MOB)DSM - MOB
9h 44m
$234–946
Shuttle, fly to Gulfport-Biloxi Regional 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 Gulfport-Biloxi Regional Airport (GPT)DSM - GPT
3. Take the bus from Gulfport to Mobile
9h 12m
$334–1,221
Shuttle, fly to Pensacola 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 Pensacola International Airport (PNS)DSM - PNS
3. Take the bus from Pensacola Airport to Mobile Bus Station
9h 53m
$268–1,098
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moines
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Champaign
3. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Atlanta Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Mobile Bus Station
32h 39m
$233–495
Bus, train
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 New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal
4. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Mobile Bus Station
34h 35m
$213–524
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 New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal
4. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Mobile Bus Station
38h 1m
$246–679

Ames to Mobile by bus

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31h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,015.7 mi
Duration: 6h 51m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Mobile, AL, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Water NB at St Louis St via Des Moines, Kansas City, Memphis Bus Station, New Orleans Bus Station, Mobile Bus Station, and Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station in around 31h 9m.

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