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

The cheapest way to get from Pittsburgh to Ames is to drive which costs $140 - $210 and takes 13h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pittsburgh to Ames is to fly and shuttle which takes 7h 43m and costs $220 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Pittsburgh and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Pittsburgh station to Ames. However, there are services departing from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station and arriving at Ames via Chicago Bus Station and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 34m.

How far is it from Pittsburgh to Ames?

The distance between Pittsburgh and Ames is 772 miles. The road distance is 782.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pittsburgh to Ames without a car is to train and bus which takes 19h 9m and costs $110 - $340.

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

It takes approximately 7h 43m to get from Pittsburgh to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pittsburgh to Ames bus from?

Pittsburgh to Ames bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station.

Where does the Pittsburgh to Ames bus arrive?

Pittsburgh to Ames bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Pittsburgh and Ames?

Ames is 1h behind Pittsburgh. It is currently 11:49 PM in Pittsburgh and 10:49 PM in Ames.

Can I drive from Pittsburgh to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Pittsburgh to Ames is 782 miles. It takes approximately 13h 29m to drive from Pittsburgh to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 42+ hotels available in Ames.

Pittsburgh to Ames - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Pittsburgh to Ames by plane, shuttle, train, bus, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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 Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Des Moines (DSM)PIT - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State University
7h 43m
$229–983
Fly to Mason City, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Mason City (MCW)PIT - MCW
2. Take the bus from Mason City to Ames
9h 47m
$87–482
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moines
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Ames
19h 9m
$112–333
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Chicago Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moines
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Ames
19h 34m
$107–298
Drive 777.9 mi
1. Drive from Pittsburgh to Ames777.9 mi
13h 29m
$142–206
Fly to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)PIT - FOD
2. Take the taxi from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Ames
8h 44m
$221–609
Bus via Auburn Gresham
1. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Chicago
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moines
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Ames
20h 43m
$114–252
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Station
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Burlington
4. Take the bus from Burlington to Des Moines
5. Take the bus from Des Moines to Ames
21h 22m
$171–464

Pittsburgh to Ames by train, foot, and bus

7Weekly Services

19h 9mAverage Duration

$112Cheapest Price

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Distance: 767.5 mi
Duration: 7h 43m

What companies run services between Pittsburgh, PA, USA and Ames, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Ames via Chicago Bus Station and Des Moines in around 19h 34m.

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