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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Tulsa is to drive which costs $80 - $130 and takes 8h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Tulsa is to shuttle and fly which takes 7h 36m and costs $180 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Tulsa?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Tulsa. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Tulsa via Des Moines and Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

How far is it from Ames to Tulsa?

The distance between Ames and Tulsa is 485 miles. The road distance is 464.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Tulsa without a car is to bus which takes 11h 10m and costs $130 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 11h 10m to get from Ames to Tulsa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Tulsa bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Tulsa bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ames to Tulsa?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Tulsa is 465 miles. It takes approximately 8h 31m to drive from Ames to Tulsa.

Where can I stay near Tulsa?

There are 227+ hotels available in Tulsa.

Ames to Tulsa - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, shuttle, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Ames to Tulsa by bus, car, shuttle, or plane

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 to Tulsabus
11h 10m
$130–192
Drive 462 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Tulsacar 462 mi
8h 31m
$85–122
Shuttle, fly to Tulsa International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Tulsa International Airport (TUL)plane DSM - TUL
7h 36m
$184–742
Shuttle, fly to Stillwater Regional Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Stillwater Regional Airport (SWO)plane DSM - SWO
3. Take the bus from Oklahoma State University–Stillwater to Tulsa Campusbus
9h 30m
$204–773
Shuttle, fly to Will Rogers World Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Will Rogers World Airport (OKC)plane DSM - OKC
3. Take the bus from Oklahoma City Bus Station to Tulsa Bus Stationbus
9h 1m
$283–1,120
Shuttle, fly to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA)plane DSM - XNA
3. Take the bus from Fayetteville to Tulsa OSUbus
9h 40m
$297–1,055

Ames to Tulsa by bus

7Weekly Buses

11h 10mAverage Duration

$130Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 482.5 mi
Duration: 11h 10m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Tulsa, OK, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Tulsa via Des Moines and Kansas City in around 11h 10m.

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