How to Travel from
Ames to Boston
by Route or Car
Nine ways to Travel from Ames to Boston
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (2 145 km)
22 h 14 min
2145 km.
from $117
Other
Plane (Drive to Waterloo Municipal Airport)
6 h 47 min
1852 km.
from $210.14
Bus, Train (Bus)
31 h 13 min
1852 km.
from $307.63
Bus
34 h 38 min
1852 km.
from $437.87
Plane (Drive to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport)
7 h 49 min
1852 km.
from $323.80
Bus, Plane
8 h 46 min
1852 km.
from $407.12
Bus, Train (Bus)
32 h 15 min
1852 km.
from $292.41
Bus, Train (Bus)
36 h 41 min
1852 km.
from $339.84
Bus via St. Louis
40 h 39 min
1852 km.
from $380.46
Transport providers
Airlines
American Airlines
Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Des Moines to General
Ave. Duration:
5h 8m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.34–$764.32
Plane from Waterloo Municipal Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
5h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$547.76
Plane from Des Moines to Theodore
Ave. Duration:
7h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$764.32
Delta
Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Des Moines to General
Ave. Duration:
4h 39m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$433.11
Plane from Des Moines to Theodore
Ave. Duration:
4h 54m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$191.08–$407.64
United Airlines
Website:
united.com/
Plane from Des Moines to General
Ave. Duration:
5h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$764.32
Plane from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
6h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$547.76
Plane from Des Moines to Theodore
Ave. Duration:
5h 29m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$216.56–$764.32
Southwest Airlines
Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Des Moines to General
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$203.82–$585.98
Allegiant Air
Website:
allegiantair.com/
Plane from Des Moines to General
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$152.86–$471.33
Train operators
Amtrak
Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Boston
Ave. Duration:
22h 2m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$101.91–$343.94
Train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 24m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$49.68–$178.34
MBTA
Phone:
+1-617-222-3200
Website:
mbta.com
Train from Providence to South
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.24–$16.56
Amtrak Northeast Regional
Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Providence to South
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$242.03
Amtrak Acela
Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Providence to South
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.20–$394.90
Bus operators
Greyhound USA
Bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.11–$152.86
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Port
Ave. Duration:
24h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$76.43–$471.33
Bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to South
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$16.56–$140.12
Flixbus USA
Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to New
Ave. Duration:
20h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.80–$267.51
Bus from New York Midtown to Boston
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.66–$82.80
Peter Pan Bus Lines
Phone:
1-800-343-9999
Website:
peterpanbus.com
Bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to South
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$6.37–$76.43
Burlington Trailways
Bus from Des Moines to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.43–$166.94
Jefferson Lines
Bus from Ames to Des
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$47.13
Bus from Ames to Albert
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.12–$82.80
Bus from Albert Lea to St.
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.57–$76.43
Bus from Des Moines to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.31–$108.28
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Ames to Boston?
The cheapest way to get from Ames to Boston is to drive and fly which costs $86.96 - $369.57 and takes 6h 47m.
What is the fastest way to get from Ames to Boston?
The fastest way to get from Ames to Boston is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $250 - $510.87 .
Is there a direct bus between Ames and Boston?
No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Boston station. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at South Station, Boston, MA via Des Moines, Kansas City Bus Station, St Louis Bus Station and Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 39m.
How far is it from Ames to Boston?
The distance between Ames and Boston is 1947 km. The road distance is 2145.7 km.
How do I travel from Ames to Boston without a car?
The best way to get from Ames to Boston without a car is to bus and train which takes 31h 13m and costs $173.91 - $500 .
How long does it take to get from Ames to Boston?
It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Ames to Boston, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Ames to Boston bus from?
Ames to Boston bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Ames station.
Bus or fly from Ames to Boston?
The best way to get from Ames to Boston is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $250 - $510.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $184.78 - $510.87 and takes 34h 38m.
Where does the Ames to Boston bus arrive?
Ames to Boston bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Des Moines station.
What is the time difference between Ames and Boston?
Boston is 1h ahead of Ames. It is currently 09:04 in Ames and 10:04 in Boston.
Can I drive from Ames to Boston?
Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Boston is 2146 km. It takes approximately 22h 12m to drive from Ames to Boston.
Where can I stay near Boston?
There are 1105+ hotels available in Boston. Prices start at $72.22 per night.
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