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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Ames is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Ames is to taxi and fly and shuttle which takes 6h 13m and costs $290 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Ames. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Ames via Galesburg and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

How far is it from Springfield to Ames?

The distance between Springfield and Ames is 356 miles. The road distance is 322.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Ames without a car is to bus which takes 9h 50m and costs $85 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 9h 50m to get from Springfield to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Ames bus from?

Springfield to Ames bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Springfield station.

Where does the Springfield to Ames bus arrive?

Springfield to Ames bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Galesburg Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Springfield to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Ames is 323 miles. It takes approximately 6h 28m to drive from Springfield to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 51+ hotels available in Ames.

Springfield to Ames - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, shuttle, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Springfield to Ames by bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), car, plane, shuttle, or taxi

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 Springfield to Galesburg Amtrak Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus
9h 50m
$88–145
Drive 320.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Amescar 320.8 mi
6h 28m
$59–85
Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SPI - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
6h 53m
$194–857
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly, shuttle
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Decatur Airport (DEC)taxi
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Des Moines (DSM)plane DEC - DSM
3. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
6h 13m
$297–928

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

20Weekly Planes

7h 36mAverage Duration

$107Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Springfield to Ames.

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Distance: 354 mi
Duration: 9h 50m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Ames, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Springfield to Ames via Galesburg Amtrak Station, Galesburg, and Des Moines in around 9h 50m.

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