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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Vancouver is to bus which costs $480 - $1,000 and takes 2 days 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Vancouver is to taxi and fly which takes 8h 18m and costs $380 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Vancouver?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Vancouver. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Vancouver via Des Moines, Denver Union Station and Seattle Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.

How far is it from Ames to Vancouver?

The distance between Ames and Vancouver is 2463 km. The road distance is 2961.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Vancouver without a car is to bus and train which takes 45h 54m and costs $850 - $1,900.

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

It takes approximately 8h 18m to get from Ames to Vancouver, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Vancouver bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Vancouver bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ames and Vancouver?

Vancouver is 2h behind Ames. It is currently 5:28 PM in Ames and 3:28 PM in Vancouver.

Can I drive from Ames to Vancouver?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Vancouver is 2962 km. It takes approximately 30h 18m to drive from Ames to Vancouver.

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

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Where can I stay near Vancouver?

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Ames to Vancouver - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Ames to Vancouver by taxi, plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or shuttle

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Taxi to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly to Vancouver International Airport
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1. Take the taxi from Ames to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)taxi
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)plane FOD - YVR
8h 18m
$384–994
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. Paulbus
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Everett Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Everett Amtrak Station to Vancouvertrain
45h 54m
$881–1,831
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Seattle Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Seattle Bus Station to Vancouverbus
2d 2h
$487–977
Drive 2,961.8 km
1. Drive from Ames to Vancouvercar 2,961.8 km
30h 18m
$585–845
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Vancouver International 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 Vancouver International Airport (YVR)plane DSM - YVR
9h
$387–1,470
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Bellingham International Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Bellingham International Airport (BLI)plane DSM - BLI
3. Take the bus from Bellingham Airport to River Rock Casino Resort, Richmondbus
11h 33m
$414–1,412

Ames to Vancouver by bus and train

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45h 54mAverage Duration

$881Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,463.1 km
Duration: 8h 18m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Vancouver, BC, Canada?

You can take a bus from Ames to Vancouver via Des Moines, Denver Union Station, and Seattle Bus Station in around 2d 2h.

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