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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Mallard is to drive which costs $180 - $280 and takes 18h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Mallard is to shuttle and fly which takes 5h 43m and costs $270 - $1,200.

How far is it from Ames to Mallard?

The distance between Ames and Mallard is 880 miles. The road distance is 1041 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Mallard without a car is to bus and train via Ironville which takes 27h 57m and costs $220 - $450.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Ames to Mallard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Mallard bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Mallard bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ames to Mallard?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Mallard is 1041 miles. It takes approximately 18h 8m to drive from Ames to Mallard.

Where can I stay near Mallard?

There are 812+ hotels available in Mallard.

Ames to Mallard - 5 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ames and Mallard?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Mallard. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Mallard Creek Rd & WT Harris Blvd via Des Moines, St Louis Bus Station, Atlanta Bus Station and 4th St & Graham St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 27m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Ames to Mallard by shuttle, plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Shuttle, fly
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 Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane DSM - CLT
5h 43m
$277–1,147
Drive 1,035 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Mallardcar 1,035 mi
18h 8m
$189–273
Bus, train via Ironville
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
3. Take the train from Indianapolis to Ashland Amtrak Stationtrain
4. Take the bus from Ashland to Charlotte Bus Stationbus
27h 57m
$227–450
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Carytrain
4. Take the train from Cary to Charlotte Amtrak Stationtrain
39h 44m
$475–944
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Charlotte Bus Stationbus
28h 27m
$207–390

Des Moines (DSM) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) flights

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4h 12mAverage Duration

$189Cheapest Price

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Distance: 874.7 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Mallard, NC, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Mallard Creek Rd & WT Harris Blvd via Des Moines, St Louis Bus Station, Atlanta Bus Station, Charlotte Bus Station, and 4th St & Graham St in around 28h 27m.

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