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Altoona to Ames

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Penn State University Park Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
7h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$1,082.78
Plane from Altoona–Blair County Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
9h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$700.62

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Altoona–Blair County Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
11h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$382.16

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Johnstown-Cambria County Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$598.71
Plane from Penn State University Park Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$292.99–$1,019.09
Plane from Penn State University Park Airport to Fort
Ave. Duration:
12h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.25–$955.39
Plane from Johnstown-Cambria County Airport to Fort
Ave. Duration:
8h 41m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.34–$611.45

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Altoona–Blair County Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
17h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$165.60–$484.07

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Altoona Amtrak Station to Johnstown
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.64–$76.43
Train from Altoona Amtrak Station to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$95.54
Train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
9h 46m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.05–$203.82
Train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$108.28

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Altoona Bus Station to State
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.44–$70.06
Bus from Altoona Bus Station to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$95.54
Bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
20h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.69–$407.64

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from State College Univ Park Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
14h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.69–$203.82

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Chicago to Des
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.69–$178.34
Bus from Galesburg to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.30–$54.78
Bus from Burlington to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.13–$95.54

Jefferson Lines

Phone:
+1-858-800-8898
Website:
jeffersonlines.com/
Bus from Des Moines to Ames
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$47.13
Bus from Kansas City to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.31–$101.91

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Altoona to Ames is to drive which costs $152.17 - $239.13 and takes 15h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Altoona to Ames is to train and fly which takes 7h 41m and costs $239.13 - $760.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Altoona and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Altoona station to Ames. However, there are services departing from Altoona Bus Station and arriving at Ames via Pittsburgh Intermodal Station, Kansas City and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 45m.

How far is it from Altoona to Ames?

The distance between Altoona and Ames is 1386 km. The road distance is 1438.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Altoona to Ames without a car is to train and bus which takes 23h 38m and costs $141.30 - $456.52 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Altoona to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altoona to Ames bus from?

Altoona to Ames bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Altoona Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Altoona to Ames?

The best way to get from Altoona to Ames is to bus via Chicago which takes 27h 29m and costs $130.43 - $434.78 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $282.61 - $510.87 and takes 9h 59m.

Where does the Altoona to Ames bus arrive?

Altoona to Ames bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Pittsburgh Intermodal Station.

What is the time difference between Altoona and Ames?

Ames is 1h behind Altoona. It is currently 14:15 in Altoona and 13:15 in Ames.

Can I drive from Altoona to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Altoona to Ames is 1438 km. It takes approximately 15h 3m to drive from Altoona to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 37+ hotels available in Ames. Prices start at $53.61 per night.
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