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

The cheapest way to get from DeKalb to Ames is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from DeKalb to Ames is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between DeKalb and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from DeKalb to Ames. However, there are services departing from Dekalb and arriving at Ames via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from DeKalb to Ames?

The distance between DeKalb and Ames is 309 miles. The road distance is 265.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from DeKalb to Ames without a car is to bus which takes 8h 25m and costs $45 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 8h 25m to get from DeKalb to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the DeKalb to Ames bus from?

DeKalb to Ames bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Dekalb station.

Where does the DeKalb to Ames bus arrive?

DeKalb to Ames bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from DeKalb to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between DeKalb to Ames is 265 miles. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from DeKalb to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 27+ hotels available in Ames.

DeKalb to Ames - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, shuttle, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from DeKalb to Ames by bus (Greyhound), car, train, plane, shuttle, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dekalb to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0155S
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus Jefferson 804 / ...
8h 25m
$48–126
Drive 263.6 mi
1. Drive from DeKalb to Amescar 263.6 mi
4h 56m
$49–70
Train, fly to Des Moines, shuttle
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ORD - DSM
3. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
7h 14m
$168–811
Train, fly to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)plane ORD - FOD
3. Take the taxi from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Amestaxi
7h 28m
$188–481

DeKalb to Ames by bus

7Weekly Buses

8h 25mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 307.2 mi
Duration: 8h 25m

What companies run services between DeKalb, IL, USA and Ames, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Dekalb to Ames via Des Moines in around 8h 25m.

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