What is the cheapest way to get from Ames to Jefferson City?

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Jefferson City is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ames to Jefferson City?

The fastest way to get from Ames to Jefferson City is to drive which takes 5h 43m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Jefferson City?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Jefferson City. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Jefferson City via Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 58m.

How far is it from Ames to Jefferson City?

The distance between Ames and Jefferson City is 381 miles. The road distance is 290.3 miles.

How do I travel from Ames to Jefferson City without a car?

The best way to get from Ames to Jefferson City without a car is to bus which takes 8h 58m and costs $90 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Ames to Jefferson City?

It takes approximately 8h 58m to get from Ames to Jefferson City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Jefferson City bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Jefferson City bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ames to Jefferson City?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Jefferson City is 290 miles. It takes approximately 5h 43m to drive from Ames to Jefferson City.

Where can I stay near Jefferson City?

There are 19+ hotels available in Jefferson City.

Ames to Jefferson City - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ames to Kansas Citybus Jefferson Lines 803 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Jefferson Citybus Greyhound US0175s
8h 58m
$90–137
Drive 288.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Jefferson Citycar 288.6 mi
5h 43m
$53–77
Taxi to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Ames to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)taxi
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)plane FOD - COU
13h 16m
$305–651
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ames to Kansas Citybus Jefferson Lines 803 / ...
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Jefferson City Stationtrain Missouri River Runner / ...
9h 27m
$109–191
Bus, train via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
3. Take the train from Kansas City to Jefferson City Stationtrain
10h 2m
$100–197
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)plane DSM - COU
6h 14m
$272–900
Bus to Mason City, fly
1. Take the bus from Ames to Mason Citybus
2. Fly from Mason City (MCW) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)plane MCW - COU
8h 9m
$186–513

Ames to Jefferson City by bus, foot, and train

14Weekly Services

9h 27mAverage Duration

$109Cheapest Price

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Distance: 378.5 mi
Duration: 8h 58m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Jefferson City, MO, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Jefferson City via Kansas City, Kansas City Bus Station, and Jefferson City in around 8h 58m.

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