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State College 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:
$242.38–$1,084.33
Plane from Penn State University Park Airport to Waterloo
Ave. Duration:
12h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$382.71–$1,275.69

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Penn State University Park Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$293.41–$1,020.55
Plane from Penn State University Park Airport to Fort
Ave. Duration:
12h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.65–$956.76
Plane from Penn State University Park Airport to Mason
Ave. Duration:
12h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.65–$956.76

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
9h 46m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.13–$204.11
Train from Chicago Union Station to St.
Ave. Duration:
7h 24m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$49.75–$178.60

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from State College Bus Station to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.84–$108.43
Bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
20h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.78–$408.22

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from State College Regional Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
14h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.78–$204.11

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Chicago to Des
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.78–$178.60

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:
$21.69–$47.20
Bus from Minneapolis to Ames
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.92–$114.81
Bus from Mason City to Ames
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.07–$70.16
Bus from Kansas City to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.37–$102.05

Fullington Trailways

Phone:
+1 814-574-1827
Website:
fullingtontours.com
Bus from State College Bus Station to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily

Trailways

Phone:
+1 800-858-8555
Website:
trailways.com
Bus from State College Bus Station to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.27–$82.92

Megabus

Phone:
+1-877-462-6342
Website:
us.megabus.com
Bus from State College, PA to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.21–$44.65

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from State College to Ames?

The cheapest way to get from State College to Ames is to drive which costs $163.04 - $239.13 and takes 15h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from State College to Ames?

The fastest way to get from State College to Ames is to fly which takes 7h 26m and costs $326.09 - $978.26 .

Is there a direct bus between State College and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from State College to Ames. However, there are services departing from E. College Ave at S. Allen Street and arriving at Ames via State College, PA, Pittsburgh Intermodal Station, Kansas City and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 58m.

How far is it from State College to Ames?

The distance between State College and Ames is 1398 km. The road distance is 1459.5 km.

How do I travel from State College to Ames without a car?

The best way to get from State College to Ames without a car is to bus and train which takes 23h 34m and costs $130.43 - $467.39 .

How long does it take to get from State College to Ames?

It takes approximately 7h 26m to get from State College to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the State College to Ames bus from?

State College to Ames bus services, operated by Megabus, depart from State College, PA station.

Bus or fly from State College to Ames?

The best way to get from State College to Ames is to fly which takes 7h 26m and costs $326.09 - $978.26 . Alternatively, you can bus via Chicago, which costs $130.43 - $369.57 and takes 25h 29m.

Where does the State College to Ames bus arrive?

State College to Ames bus services, operated by Megabus, arrive at Pittsburgh Greyhound station.

What is the time difference between State College and Ames?

Ames is 1h behind State College. It is currently 23:04 in State College and 22:04 in Ames.

Can I drive from State College to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between State College to Ames is 1459 km. It takes approximately 15h 5m to drive from State College 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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