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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Arizona is to drive which costs $250 - $380 and takes 24h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Arizona is to shuttle and fly which takes 5h 15m and costs $200 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Arizona?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Arizona. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Phoenix via On 12Th At Troost Westbound Farside, 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City and El Paso. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 3m.

How far is it from Ames to Arizona?

The distance between Ames and Arizona is 1203 miles. The road distance is 1429.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Arizona without a car is to bus via Ciudad Juárez which takes 33h 3m and costs $260 - $370.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Ames to Arizona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Arizona bus from?

Ames to Arizona bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Ames station.

Where does the Ames to Arizona bus arrive?

Ames to Arizona bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

What is the time difference between Ames and Arizona?

Arizona is 2h behind Ames. It is currently 3:29 AM in Ames and 1:29 AM in Arizona.

Can I drive from Ames to Arizona?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Arizona is 1429 miles. It takes approximately 24h 58m to drive from Ames to Arizona.

Where can I stay near Arizona?

There are 2661+ hotels available in Arizona.

Ames to Arizona - 7 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Ames to Arizona by shuttle, plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Shuttle, fly to Phoenix
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Phoenix (PHX)plane DSM - PHX
5h 15m
$204–572
Shuttle, fly to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport
cheapest
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)plane DSM - AZA
6h 27m
$186–674
Bus via Ciudad Juárez
1. Take the bus from Ames to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to El Pasobus
3. Take the bus from El Paso to Phoenixbus
33h 3m
$261–368
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ames to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Flagstafftrain
3. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Stationbus
33h 59m
$734–1,218
Drive 1,420.9 mi
1. Drive from Ames to Phoenixcar 1,420.9 mi
24h 58m
$260–375
Shuttle, fly to Tucson
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Tucson (TUS)plane DSM - TUS
8h 4m
$222–890
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to Tulsabus Jefferson Lines 801
2. Take the bus from Tulsa Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1210
35h 21m
$313–454

Ames to Arizona by bus, foot, and tram

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33h 3mAverage Duration

$261Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,196 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Arizona, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Downtown Phx Hub/Washington St via Kansas City, On 12Th At Troost Westbound Farside, On Southwest Blvd At 27Th St Southbound, 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City, El Paso, El Paso, Phoenix, and 24th St/Washington in around 33h 3m.

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