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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Topeka is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Topeka is to drive which takes 4h 50m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Topeka?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Topeka. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Topeka via Des Moines and Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Ames to Topeka?

The distance between Ames and Topeka is 295 miles. The road distance is 285.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Topeka without a car is to bus which takes 7h 20m and costs $30 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 7h 20m to get from Ames to Topeka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Topeka bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Topeka bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ames to Topeka?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Topeka is 285 miles. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Ames to Topeka.

Where can I stay near Topeka?

There are 33+ hotels available in Topeka.

Ames to Topeka - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, shuttle, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Ames to Topeka by bus (Greyhound), car, shuttle, plane, bus, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Topekabus
7h 20m
$32–152
Drive 283.8 mi
1. Drive from Ames to Topekacar 283.8 mi
4h 50m
$52–75
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 Topekacar
7h 34m
$203–857
Bus via Kansas City
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
3. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
7h 49m
$61–186
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
3. Take the train from Kansas City to Topeka Stationtrain
9h 9m
$38–171

Ames to Topeka by bus

14Weekly Buses

7h 20mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 292.9 mi
Duration: 7h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Ames to Topeka via Des Moines and Kansas City Bus Station in around 7h 20m.

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