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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Windsor is to bus which costs $120 - $360 and takes 15h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Windsor is to shuttle and fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $240 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Windsor?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Windsor 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 40m.

How far is it from Ames to Windsor?

The distance between Ames and Windsor is 958 km. The road distance is 970 km.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Windsor without a car is to bus and train which takes 14h 47m and costs $190 - $490.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Ames to Windsor, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Windsor bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Windsor bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ames and Windsor?

Windsor is 1h ahead of Ames. It is currently 10:22 AM in Ames and 11:22 AM in Windsor.

Can I drive from Ames to Windsor?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Windsor is 970 km. It takes approximately 10h 40m to drive from Ames to Windsor.

Where can I stay near Windsor?

There are 427+ hotels available in Windsor.

Ames to Windsor - 9 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, car

There are 9 ways to get from Ames to Windsor by shuttle, plane, bus, train, car, taxi, 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 to Des Moines, 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 59m
$246–1,064
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 40m
$129–356
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 Dearborn
14h 47m
$194–490
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 21m
$194–632
Drive 970 km
1. Drive from Ames to Windsor970 km
10h 40m
$190–275
Taxi to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the taxi from Ames to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Detroit (DTW)FOD - DTW
7h 41m
$282–708
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Bishop 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 Bishop International Airport (FNT)DSM - FNT
3. Take the bus from Flint to Detroit Bus Station
8h 21m
$293–1,141
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 36m
$144–416
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 40m
$140–340

Ames to Windsor by bus, train, and tram

7Weekly Services

19h 21mAverage Duration

$194Cheapest Price

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Distance: 957.7 km
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Windsor, ON, Canada?

You can take a bus from Ames to Detroit Bus Station via Des Moines and Chicago Bus Station in around 15h 40m.

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