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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Springfield is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Springfield is to shuttle and fly which takes 5h 33m and costs $190 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Springfield via Des Moines and Galesburg Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Ames to Springfield?

The distance between Ames and Springfield is 286 miles. The road distance is 322.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Springfield without a car is to bus which takes 9h 30m and costs $85 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Ames to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Springfield bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Springfield bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ames to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Springfield is 322 miles. It takes approximately 6h 32m to drive from Ames to Springfield.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ames to Springfield?

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Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 50+ hotels available in Springfield.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Ames to Springfield by shuttle, plane, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), or car

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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 Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)plane DSM - SPI
5h 33m
$196–807
Drive 320.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Springfieldcar 320.4 mi
6h 32m
$59–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Galesburgbus
3. Take the bus from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Springfieldbus
9h 30m
$90–147

Des Moines (DSM) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) flights

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4h 50mAverage Duration

$104Cheapest Price

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Distance: 284.4 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Springfield via Des Moines, Galesburg, and Galesburg Amtrak Station in around 9h 30m.

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