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

The cheapest way to get from Provo to Ames is to drive which costs $200 - $300 and takes 17h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Provo to Ames is to fly and shuttle which takes 8h 9m and costs $150 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Provo and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Provo station to Ames. However, there are services departing from Provo Central Station and arriving at Ames via Green River, Denver Union Station, Kansas City and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 25m.

How far is it from Provo to Ames?

The distance between Provo and Ames is 1051 miles. The road distance is 1116.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Provo to Ames without a car is to bus which takes 29h 25m and costs $200 - $500.

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

It takes approximately 8h 15m to get from Provo to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Provo to Ames bus from?

Provo to Ames bus services, operated by Salt Lake Express, depart from Provo Central Station.

Where does the Provo to Ames bus arrive?

Provo to Ames bus services, operated by Salt Lake Express, arrive at Green River station.

What is the time difference between Provo and Ames?

Ames is 1h ahead of Provo. It is currently 3:00 AM in Provo and 4:00 AM in Ames.

Can I drive from Provo to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Provo to Ames is 1117 miles. It takes approximately 17h 21m to drive from Provo to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 54+ hotels available in Ames.

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

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

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

Train to Salt Lake City International Airport, fly, shuttle
best
1. Take the train from Provo Central Station to North Temple Stationtrain
2. Fly from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SLC - DSM
3. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
8h 15m
$214–899
Fly from Provo, shuttle
cheapest
1. Fly from Provo (PVU) to Des Moines (DSM)plane PVU - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
8h 9m
$158–552
Bus
1. Take the bus from Provo Central Station to Green Riverbus
2. Take the bus from Green River to Denver Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
5. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus
29h 25m
$206–494
Drive 1,110.4 mi
1. Drive from Provo to Amescar 1,110.4 mi
17h 21m
$203–293
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Provo Amtrak to Denvertrain
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
4. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus
32h 14m
$248–602

Provo to Ames by bus

5Weekly Buses

29h 25mAverage Duration

$206Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,045.3 mi
Duration: 8h 15m

What companies run services between Provo, UT, USA and Ames, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Provo Central Station to Ames via Green River, Denver Union Station, Kansas City, and Des Moines in around 29h 25m.

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