What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Junction to Ames?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Junction to Ames is to bus which costs $100 - $240 and takes 21h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Junction to Ames?

The fastest way to get from Grand Junction to Ames is to drive and fly and shuttle which takes 6h 30m and costs $230 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Junction and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Junction to Ames. However, there are services departing from Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facility and arriving at Ames via Denver Union Station and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 35m.

How far is it from Grand Junction to Ames?

The distance between Grand Junction and Ames is 851 miles. The road distance is 943.1 miles.

How do I travel from Grand Junction to Ames without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Junction to Ames without a car is to bus which takes 21h 35m and costs $100 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Grand Junction to Ames?

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Grand Junction to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grand Junction to Ames bus from?

Grand Junction to Ames bus services, operated by Bustang, depart from Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facility station.

Where does the Grand Junction to Ames bus arrive?

Grand Junction to Ames bus services, operated by Bustang, arrive at Union Station.

What is the time difference between Grand Junction and Ames?

Ames is 1h ahead of Grand Junction. It is currently 12:43 PM in Grand Junction and 1:43 PM in Ames.

Can I drive from Grand Junction to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Junction to Ames is 943 miles. It takes approximately 15h 3m to drive from Grand Junction to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 49+ hotels available in Ames.

Grand Junction to Ames - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Grand Junction to Ames by plane, shuttle, bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or train

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

Fly Grand Junction Regional Airport to Des Moines, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) to Des Moines (DSM)plane GJT - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
6h 47m
$231–992
Fly Grand Junction Regional Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane GJT - CID
2. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Amescar
7h 49m
$100–450
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facility to Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus
21h 35m
$105–240
Drive 937.7 mi
1. Drive from Grand Junction to Amescar 937.7 mi
15h 3m
$172–248
Drive to Montrose Regional Airport, fly to Des Moines, shuttle
1. Drive from Grand Junction to Montrose-Airport-MTJcar
2. Fly from Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MTJ - DSM
3. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
6h 30m
$231–1,005
Bus, bus to Aspen–Pitkin County Airport, fly to Des Moines, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facility to West Glenwood Park & Ridebus
2. Take the bus from West Glenwood Park & Ride to AABC Airport UVbus
3. Fly from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ASE - DSM
4. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
9h 44m
$238–964
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Grand Junction Amtrak Station to Denvertrain
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus
24h 19m
$150–551

Grand Junction to Ames by bus

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21h 35mAverage Duration

$105Cheapest Price

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Distance: 846 mi
Duration: 6h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facility to Ames via Denver Union Station and Des Moines in around 21h 35m.

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