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How to Travel from

Columbus to Ames

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$764.32
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Waterloo
Ave. Duration:
5h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$1,019.09

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.86–$433.11

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$764.32
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Fort
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$764.32
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Mason
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$764.32

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$178.34–$560.50

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Toledo to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 23m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.85–$127.39
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 Columbus to Toledo
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.46–$114.65
Bus from Columbus to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
17h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$53.50–$331.20

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Columbus to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$35.67–$121.02

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 Mason City to Ames
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$70.06
Bus from Kansas City to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.31–$101.91

Barons Bus

Phone:
+1 888-378-3823
Website:
baronsbus.com/
Bus from N Wilson Rd & Ferrell Pl - Columbus to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.94–$89.17

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Columbus to Ames is to drive which costs $119.57 - $173.91 and takes 11h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbus to Ames is to fly which takes 6h and costs $206.52 - $500 .

Is there a direct bus between Columbus and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbus to Ames. However, there are services departing from Columbus and arriving at Ames via Kansas City and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 50m.

How far is it from Columbus to Ames?

The distance between Columbus and Ames is 1001 km. The road distance is 1075 km.

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

The best way to get from Columbus to Ames without a car is to bus which takes 17h 14m and costs $108.70 - $304.35 .

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

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

Where do I catch the Columbus to Ames bus from?

Columbus to Ames bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Columbus station.

Bus or fly from Columbus to Ames?

The best way to get from Columbus to Ames is to fly which takes 6h and costs $206.52 - $500 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $108.70 - $304.35 and takes 17h 14m.

Where does the Columbus to Ames bus arrive?

Columbus to Ames bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Columbus and Ames?

Ames is 1h behind Columbus. It is currently 07:04 in Columbus and 06:04 in Ames.

Can I drive from Columbus to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbus to Ames is 1075 km. It takes approximately 11h 2m to drive from Columbus 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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