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

The cheapest way to get from Boulder to Ames is to bus which costs $70 - $200 and takes 16h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Boulder to Ames is to bus and fly and shuttle which takes 5h 18m and costs $210 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Boulder and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Boulder to Ames. However, there are services departing from Broadway & 20th St and arriving at Ames via Denver Union Station and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 30m.

How far is it from Boulder to Ames?

The distance between Boulder and Ames is 678 miles. The road distance is 707.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boulder to Ames without a car is to bus via Des Moines which takes 16h 1m and costs $120 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Boulder to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boulder to Ames bus from?

Boulder to Ames bus services, operated by Regional Transportation District, depart from Broadway & 20th St station.

Where does the Boulder to Ames bus arrive?

Boulder to Ames bus services, operated by Regional Transportation District, arrive at Union Station.

What is the time difference between Boulder and Ames?

Ames is 1h ahead of Boulder. It is currently 4:45 PM in Boulder and 5:45 PM in Ames.

Can I drive from Boulder to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Boulder to Ames is 708 miles. It takes approximately 11h 22m to drive from Boulder to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 50+ hotels available in Ames.

Boulder to Ames - 4 ways to travel via bus, plane, shuttle, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Boulder to Ames by bus, plane, shuttle, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Bus, fly, shuttle
best
1. Take the bus from US 36 & Flatiron Station Gate A to Denver Airport Station Gate 6
2. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Des Moines (DSM)DEN - DSM
3. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State University
5h 18m
$216–946
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broadway & 20th St to Union StationFf1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moines
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Ames
16h 30m
$71–198
Bus via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Downtown Boulder Station Gate 1 to Union StationFf1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Denver to Des Moines
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Ames
16h 1m
$125–289
Drive 703.4 mi
1. Drive from Boulder to Ames703.4 mi
11h 22m
$129–186

Boulder to Ames by bus

7Weekly Buses

16h 30mAverage Duration

$71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 673.9 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Boulder, CO, USA and Ames, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Downtown Boulder Station Gate 1 to Ames via Union Station Gate B13, 19th St & Curtis St, Denver, Des Moines, and Des Moines in around 16h 1m.

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