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

The cheapest way to get from California to Ames is to bus which costs $320 - $600 and takes 43h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from California to Ames is to fly and shuttle which takes 4h 50m and costs $310 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between California and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from California station to Ames. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Union Station and arriving at Ames via Tulsa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 25m.

How far is it from California to Ames?

The distance between California and Ames is 1488 miles. The road distance is 1720.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from California to Ames without a car is to train and bus which takes 41h 13m and costs $500 - $1,200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from California to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Ames bus from?

California to Ames bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the California to Ames bus arrive?

California to Ames bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Tulsa Bus Station.

What is the time difference between California and Ames?

Ames is 2h ahead of California. It is currently 6:40 AM in California and 8:40 AM in Ames.

Can I drive from California to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Ames is 1720 miles. It takes approximately 26h 47m to drive from California to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 52+ hotels available in Ames.

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

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There are 9 ways to get from California to Ames by plane, shuttle, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County, shuttle
best
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SNA - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
4h 50m
$312–1,052
Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport, shuttle
cheapest
1. Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to Des Moines (DSM)plane FAT - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
9h 2m
$231–891
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Kansas Citytrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Amesbus Jefferson Lines 804 / ...
41h 13m
$540–1,149
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tulsa Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1210
2. Take the bus from Tulsa to Amesbus Jefferson Lines 802
43h 25m
$322–558
Drive 1,710.1 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Amescar 1,710.1 mi
26h 47m
$313–451
Fly from Los Angeles International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LAX - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
6h 28m
$268–803
Fly from Long Beach Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LGB - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
7h 39m
$351–1,391
Fly from San Diego International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SAN - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
7h 36m
$252–795
Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Des Moines (DSM)plane BUR - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
7h 32m
$257–949

California to Ames by train, foot, and bus

7Weekly Services

41h 13mAverage Duration

$540Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from California to Ames.

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Distance: 1,479.6 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between California, USA and Ames, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Ames via Tulsa in around 43h 25m.

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Website: southwest.com

Flights from John Wayne Airport Orange County to Des Moines via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 11m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $180–800

Flights from John Wayne Airport Orange County to Des Moines via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 5h 28m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $180–800

Flights from John Wayne Airport Orange County to Des Moines via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 5h 15m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $180–850

Flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Des Moines via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 11m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $160–750

Flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Des Moines via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 5h 35m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $160–750

Flights from Long Beach Airport to Des Moines via Denver

Ave. Duration: 4h 55m
When: Monday to Wednesday
Estimated price: $270–1,200

Flights from Long Beach Airport to Des Moines via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 6h 35m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $270–1,200

Flights from Long Beach Airport to Des Moines via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 7h 5m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $280–1,300

Flights from Long Beach Airport to Des Moines via Chicago Midway

Ave. Duration: 10h 30m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $360–1,500

Flights from San Diego International Airport to Des Moines via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 19m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $150–700

Flights from San Diego International Airport to Des Moines via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 6h 1m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $160–750

Flights from San Diego International Airport to Des Moines via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 6h 10m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $160–700

Flights from Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Des Moines via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 11m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $170–750

Flights from Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Des Moines via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 6h 8m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $170–750

Flights from Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Des Moines via Chicago Midway

Ave. Duration: 10h 10m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $220–950

Flights from Fresno Yosemite International Airport to Des Moines via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 6h 57m
When: Tuesday to Friday
Estimated price: $150–700

Flights from Fresno Yosemite International Airport to Des Moines via Denver

Ave. Duration: 7h 8m
When: Saturday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $150–700

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