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How to Travel from

Ames to Columbus

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Des Moines to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$891.70
Plane from Waterloo Municipal Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
10h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$611.45

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Des Moines to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 48m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$484.07

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Des Moines to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.77–$891.70
Plane from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$611.45

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Des Moines to John
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$203.82–$624.19

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$108.28
Train from Chicago Union Station to Toledo
Ave. Duration:
3h 59m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.85–$127.39

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Indianapolis Bus Station to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.01–$127.39
Bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.83–$108.28

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Indianapolis to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$76.43

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.54–$191.08
Bus from Des Moines to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.69–$178.34
Bus from Des Moines to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.13–$95.54
Bus from Burlington to Galesburg
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$54.78

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

Barons Bus

Phone:
+1 888-378-3823
Website:
baronsbus.com/
Bus from Chicago to N
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.94–$89.17

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Columbus is to drive which costs $119.57 - $173.91 and takes 11h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Columbus is to fly which takes 6h 16m and costs $228.26 - $532.61 .

How far is it from Ames to Columbus?

The distance between Ames and Columbus is 1011 km. The road distance is 1075.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Columbus without a car is to bus via Indianapolis which takes 16h 3m and costs $119.57 - $282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Ames to Columbus, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Ames to Columbus?

The best way to get from Ames to Columbus is to fly which takes 6h 16m and costs $228.26 - $532.61 . Alternatively, you can bus via Indianapolis, which costs $119.57 - $282.61 and takes 16h 3m.

What is the time difference between Ames and Columbus?

Columbus is 1h ahead of Ames. It is currently 01:25 in Ames and 02:25 in Columbus.

Can I drive from Ames to Columbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Columbus is 1075 km. It takes approximately 11h 1m to drive from Ames to Columbus.

Which airlines fly from Des Moines Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport Airport?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines offer flights from Des Moines Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Columbus?

There are 489+ hotels available in Columbus. Prices start at $48.62 per night.
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