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Ames to Boulder

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Transport providers

Airlines

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Denver
Ave. Duration:
4h 39m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$420.37

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Denver
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$764.32

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Denver
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$43.31–$280.25

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Denver
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$509.54

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Denver
Ave. Duration:
11h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.41–$305.73

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Des Moines to Denver
Ave. Duration:
13h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$127.39–$254.77

Jefferson Lines

Phone:
+1-858-800-8898
Website:
jeffersonlines.com/
Bus from Ames to Des
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$47.13
Bus from Des Moines to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.31–$108.28

Regional Transportation District

Phone:
+1 303-299-6000
Website:
rtd-denver.com/
Bus from Denver Airport Station Gate 8 to Downtown
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.17

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Boulder is to drive which costs $119.57 - $195.65 and takes 10h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Boulder is to fly and bus which takes 5h 14m and costs $119.57 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Boulder?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Boulder station. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Downtown Boulder Station via Des Moines, Kansas City Bus Station and Union Station Gate B17. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 48m.

How far is it from Ames to Boulder?

The distance between Ames and Boulder is 1086 km. The road distance is 1157.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Boulder without a car is to bus which takes 16h 49m and costs $130.43 - $271.74 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Ames to Boulder, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Boulder bus from?

Ames to Boulder bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Ames station.

Train, bus or fly from Ames to Boulder?

The best way to get from Ames to Boulder is to bus which takes 16h 49m and costs $130.43 - $271.74 . There are no good options to train or fly between Ames to Boulder.

Where does the Ames to Boulder bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ames and Boulder?

Boulder is 1h behind Ames. It is currently 01:25 in Ames and 00:25 in Boulder.

Can I drive from Ames to Boulder?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Boulder is 1157 km. It takes approximately 10h 59m to drive from Ames to Boulder.

Where can I stay near Boulder?

There are 130+ hotels available in Boulder. Prices start at $60.66 per night.
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