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

The cheapest way to get from Denver to Ames is to bus which costs $70 - $190 and takes 14h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Denver to Ames is to fly and shuttle which takes 4h 44m and costs $230 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Denver and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Denver station to Ames. However, there are services departing from Denver Union Station and arriving at Ames via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 45m.

How far is it from Denver to Ames?

The distance between Denver and Ames is 657 miles. The road distance is 702.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Denver to Ames without a car is to bus which takes 14h 45m and costs $70 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Denver to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Denver to Ames bus from?

Denver to Ames bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Denver Union Station.

Where does the Denver to Ames bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Denver and Ames?

Ames is 1h ahead of Denver. It is currently 2:43 AM in Denver and 3:43 AM in Ames.

Can I drive from Denver to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Denver to Ames is 702 miles. It takes approximately 11h 6m to drive from Denver to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 48+ hotels available in Ames.

Denver to Ames - 5 ways to travel via plane, shuttle, bus, and car

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

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 Denver (DEN) to Des Moines (DSM)plane DEN - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
4h 44m
$230–1,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus Jefferson 804 / ...
14h 45m
$72–187
Drive 698.3 mi
1. Drive from Denver to Amescar 698.3 mi
11h 6m
$128–185
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane DEN - CID
2. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Amescar
5h 36m
$104–468
Bus via Omaha
1. Take the bus from Denver to Omaha, NEbus
2. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus
15h 10m
$183–284

Denver to Ames by bus

7Weekly Buses

14h 45mAverage Duration

$72Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 653.5 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Denver Union Station to Ames via Des Moines in around 14h 45m.

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