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

The cheapest way to get from Boise to Ames is to bus which costs $190 - $390 and takes 37h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Boise to Ames is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 58m and costs $230 - $950.

How far is it from Boise to Ames?

The distance between Boise and Ames is 1206 miles. The road distance is 1382.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boise to Ames without a car is to bus which takes 37h 22m and costs $190 - $390.

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

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Boise to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boise to Ames bus from?

Boise to Ames bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from 3988 W Chinden - Boise station.

Where does the Boise to Ames bus arrive?

Boise to Ames bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at 6271 S Dixie Dr - Salt Lake City station.

What is the time difference between Boise and Ames?

Ames is 1h ahead of Boise. It is currently 2:57 PM in Boise and 3:57 PM in Ames.

Can I drive from Boise to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Boise to Ames is 1383 miles. It takes approximately 21h 35m to drive from Boise to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 54+ hotels available in Ames.

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Boise to Ames. However, there are services departing from 3988 W Chinden - Boise and arriving at Ames via Dixie Dr @ 6345 S, West Valley Central Station, Salt Lake City Intermodal Trans Ctr, Denver Union Station and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 22m.

There are 5 ways to get from Boise to Ames by plane, shuttle, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Des Moines, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Boise Airport (BOI) to Des Moines (DSM)plane BOI - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
6h 58m
$231–941
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 3988 W Chinden - Boise to 6271 S Dixie Dr - Salt Lake Citybus
2. Take the bus from Salt Lake City Intermodal Trans Ctr to Denver Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus
4. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus
37h 22m
$190–390
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Boise, ID - Airport to Spokanebus
2. Take the train from Spokane to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Amesbus
46h 47m
$269–550
Drive 1,374.7 mi
1. Drive from Boise to Amescar 1,374.7 mi
21h 35m
$251–363
Fly to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Boise Airport (BOI) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)plane BOI - FOD
2. Take the taxi from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Amestaxi
14h 34m
$341–1,081

Boise to Ames by bus

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37h 22mAverage Duration

$190Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,199.1 mi
Duration: 6h 58m

What companies run services between Boise, ID, USA and Ames, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from 3988 W Chinden - Boise to Ames via 6271 S Dixie Dr - Salt Lake City, Dixie Dr @ 6345 S, West Valley Central Station, Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City Intermodal Trans Ctr, Denver Union Station, and Des Moines in around 37h 22m.

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