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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Burlington is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Burlington is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Ames to Burlington?

The distance between Ames and Burlington is 286 miles. The road distance is 191.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Burlington without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 6h 3m and costs $210 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Ames to Burlington, including transfers.

Can I drive from Ames to Burlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Burlington is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Ames to Burlington.

Where can I stay near Burlington?

There are 10+ hotels available in Burlington.

Ames to Burlington - 3 ways to travel via taxi, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 3 ways to get from Ames to Burlington by taxi, bus, car, or shuttle

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Ames to Des Moinestaxi
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Galesburgbus
3. Take the taxi from Galesburg to Burlingtontaxi
6h 3m
$215–278
Drive 190.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Burlingtoncar 190.3 mi
3h 37m
$35–51
Shuttle, bus, taxi
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Galesburgbus
3. Take the taxi from Galesburg to Burlingtontaxi
7h 31m
$245–408

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Distance: 284.4 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

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

There is no direct connection from Ames to Burlington. However, you can take the taxi to Des Moines, take the bus to Galesburg, then take the taxi to Burlington. Alternatively, you can drive from Ames to Burlington in around 3h 37m.

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