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How to Travel from

Charleston to Ames

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Yeager Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
7h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$955.39
Plane from Yeager Airport to Waterloo
Ave. Duration:
5h 7m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$343.94–$1,146.47

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Yeager Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$535.02

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Yeager Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
6h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.51–$891.70
Plane from Yeager Airport to Fort
Ave. Duration:
7h 51m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$254.77–$891.70
Plane from Yeager Airport to Mason
Ave. Duration:
5h 18m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$254.77–$891.70

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Charleston to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
14h 31m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$61.15–$216.56

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Charleston Bus Station to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.01–$127.39
Bus from Columbus to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
17h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$53.50–$331.20

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

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 Hurricane to N
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$61.15
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 Charleston to Ames?

The cheapest way to get from Charleston to Ames is to drive which costs $141.30 - $206.52 and takes 13h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charleston to Ames is to fly which takes 6h 14m and costs $293.48 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Charleston and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Charleston station to Ames. However, there are services departing from Charleston Bus Station and arriving at Ames via Columbus, Kansas City and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 30m.

How far is it from Charleston to Ames?

The distance between Charleston and Ames is 1158 km. The road distance is 1284.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Charleston to Ames without a car is to bus via Chicago which takes 23h 14m and costs $130.43 - $369.57 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Charleston to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charleston to Ames bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Charleston to Ames?

The best way to get from Charleston to Ames is to fly which takes 6h 14m and costs $293.48 - $597.83 . Alternatively, you can bus via Chicago, which costs $130.43 - $369.57 and takes 23h 14m.

Where does the Charleston to Ames bus arrive?

Charleston to Ames bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Columbus station.

What is the time difference between Charleston and Ames?

Ames is 1h behind Charleston. It is currently 03:06 in Charleston and 02:06 in Ames.

Can I drive from Charleston to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Charleston to Ames is 1284 km. It takes approximately 13h 36m to drive from Charleston 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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