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

The cheapest way to get from Missouri to Ames is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Missouri to Ames is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Missouri and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Missouri to Ames. However, there are services departing from Kansas City and arriving at Ames via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Missouri to Ames?

The distance between Missouri and Ames is 227 miles. The road distance is 222.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Missouri to Ames without a car is to bus which takes 4h 40m and costs $21 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Missouri to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Missouri to Ames bus from?

Missouri to Ames bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Kansas City station.

Where does the Missouri to Ames bus arrive?

Missouri to Ames bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Missouri to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Missouri to Ames is 222 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Missouri to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 41+ hotels available in Ames.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Missouri to Ames by bus, car, 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 Kansas City to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus Jefferson 804 / ...
4h 40m
$21–127
Drive 221.2 mi
1. Drive from Kansas City to Amescar 221.2 mi
3h 54m
$41–59
Fly, shuttle
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Des Moines (DSM)plane STL - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
3h 56m
$212–1,092

Missouri to Ames by bus

14Weekly Buses

4h 40mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Missouri to Ames.

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Distance: 225.4 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Missouri, USA and Ames, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Kansas City to Ames via Des Moines in around 4h 40m.

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