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

The cheapest way to get from Dallas to Ames is to drive which costs $130 - $190 and takes 12h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dallas to Ames is to fly and shuttle which takes 5h 27m and costs $200 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Dallas and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Dallas to Ames. However, there are services departing from Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum and arriving at Ames via Denton and Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 20m.

How far is it from Dallas to Ames?

The distance between Dallas and Ames is 693 miles. The road distance is 714.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dallas to Ames without a car is to bus via Denton which takes 17h 20m and costs $140 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Dallas to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dallas to Ames bus from?

Dallas to Ames bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum station.

Where does the Dallas to Ames bus arrive?

Dallas to Ames bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Denton station.

Can I drive from Dallas to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Dallas to Ames is 714 miles. It takes approximately 12h 14m to drive from Dallas to Ames.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dallas to Ames?

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Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 45+ hotels available in Ames.

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

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

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Fly, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane DFW - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
5h 27m
$203–843
Drive 710.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dallas to Amescar 710.1 mi
12h 14m
$130–188
Bus via Denton
1. Take the bus from Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum to Dentonbus
2. Take the bus from Denton to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Amesbus
17h 20m
$147–237
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0136S / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Amesbus Jefferson Lines 804 / ...
18h 10m
$143–248

Dallas to Ames by bus

12Weekly Buses

17h 20mAverage Duration

$147Cheapest Price

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Distance: 688.7 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Dallas, TX, USA and Ames, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum to Ames via Denton, Kansas City Bus Station, and Kansas City in around 17h 20m.

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