What is the cheapest way to get from Ames to Los Angeles?

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Los Angeles is to drive which costs $310 - $460 and takes 26h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ames to Los Angeles?

The fastest way to get from Ames to Los Angeles is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 34m and costs $200 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Los Angeles station. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via Tulsa Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 25m.

How far is it from Ames to Los Angeles?

The distance between Ames and Los Angeles is 1510 miles. The road distance is 1720.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ames to Los Angeles without a car?

The best way to get from Ames to Los Angeles without a car is to bus and train which takes 42h and costs $550 - $1,200.

How long does it take to get from Ames to Los Angeles?

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Ames to Los Angeles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Los Angeles bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Los Angeles bus arrive?

Ames to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Tulsa station.

What is the time difference between Ames and Los Angeles?

Los Angeles is 2h behind Ames. It is currently 10:39 AM in Ames and 8:39 AM in Los Angeles.

Can I drive from Ames to Los Angeles?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Los Angeles is 1721 miles. It takes approximately 26h 44m to drive from Ames to Los Angeles.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ames to Los Angeles?

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

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

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Shuttle, fly to Los Angeles International Airport
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 Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane DSM - LAX
6h 34m
$209–753
Shuttle, fly to Long Beach 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 Long Beach Airport (LGB)plane DSM - LGB
9h 20m
$208–746
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ames to Kansas Citybus Jefferson Lines 803 / ...
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Los Angelestrain Southwest Chief
42h
$559–1,181
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to Tulsabus Jefferson Lines 801
2. Take the bus from Tulsa Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US1210
45h 25m
$321–552
Drive 1,710.7 mi
1. Drive from Ames to Los Angelescar 1,710.7 mi
26h 44m
$313–451
Shuttle, fly to Burbank Bob Hope Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane DSM - BUR
8h 27m
$258–1,000
Shuttle, fly to John Wayne Airport Orange County
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane DSM - SNA
9h 36m
$272–1,009

Ames to Los Angeles by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

42hAverage Duration

$559Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,501.1 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Los Angeles, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Los Angeles Union Station via Tulsa Bus Station in around 45h 25m.

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