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

The cheapest way to get from Lawrence to Ames is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lawrence to Ames is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Lawrence and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Lawrence to Ames. However, there are services departing from Lawrence Bus Stop and arriving at Ames via Kansas City and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Lawrence to Ames?

The distance between Lawrence and Ames is 272 miles. The road distance is 261.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lawrence to Ames without a car is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs $30 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Lawrence to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lawrence to Ames bus from?

Lawrence to Ames bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Lawrence Bus Stop station.

Where does the Lawrence to Ames bus arrive?

Lawrence to Ames bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Lawrence to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Lawrence to Ames is 261 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Lawrence to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 42+ hotels available in Ames.

Lawrence to Ames - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and shuttle

There are 3 ways to get from Lawrence to Ames by bus (Greyhound), car, bus, plane, or shuttle

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 Lawrence Bus Stop to Kansas City Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moines
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Ames
6h 15m
$30–153
Drive 259.8 mi
1. Drive from Lawrence to Ames259.8 mi
4h 30m
$48–69
Bus, fly, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Lawrence Bus Stop to Kansas City Bus Station
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM)MCI - DSM
3. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State University
8h 29m
$229–1,108

Lawrence to Ames by bus

14Weekly Buses

6h 15mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lawrence to Ames.

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Distance: 270.6 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Lawrence, KS, USA and Ames, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Lawrence Bus Stop to Ames via Kansas City and Des Moines in around 6h 15m.

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