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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Kansas City is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Kansas City is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Kansas City?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Kansas City. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Kansas City via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Ames to Kansas City?

The distance between Ames and Kansas City is 231 miles. The road distance is 222.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Kansas City without a car is to bus which takes 5h 15m and costs $65 - $110.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Ames to Kansas City bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ames to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Kansas City is 223 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Ames to Kansas City.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ames to Kansas City?

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Where can I stay near Kansas City?

There are 516+ hotels available in Kansas City.

Ames to Kansas City - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, shuttle, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Ames to Kansas City by bus, car, shuttle, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 801 / ...
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus Jefferson 803 / ...
5h 15m
$70–102
Drive 221.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Kansas Citycar 221.5 mi
3h 52m
$41–59
Shuttle, 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 Kansas City (MCI)plane DSM - MCI
7h 8m
$252–1,090

Des Moines (DSM) to Kansas City (MCI) flights

105Weekly Planes

4h 58mAverage Duration

$173Cheapest Price

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Distance: 229.7 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Ames to Kansas City via Des Moines in around 5h 15m.

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