What is the cheapest way to get from Ames to Vernon Hills?

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Vernon Hills is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 6h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ames to Vernon Hills?

The fastest way to get from Ames to Vernon Hills is to taxi and fly which takes 4h 55m and costs $180 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Vernon Hills?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Vernon Hills. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at O'Hare MMF Bay 8 via Saint Paul Union Depot and Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop F. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 59m.

How far is it from Ames to Vernon Hills?

The distance between Ames and Vernon Hills is 360 miles. The road distance is 318.2 miles.

How do I travel from Ames to Vernon Hills without a car?

The best way to get from Ames to Vernon Hills without a car is to shuttle and bus and train which takes 11h 18m and costs $160 - $320.

How long does it take to get from Ames to Vernon Hills?

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Ames to Vernon Hills, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Vernon Hills bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Vernon Hills bus arrive?

Ames to Vernon Hills bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at St. Paul station.

Can I drive from Ames to Vernon Hills?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Vernon Hills is 318 miles. It takes approximately 6h 14m to drive from Ames to Vernon Hills.

Where can I stay near Vernon Hills?

There are 159+ hotels available in Vernon Hills.

Ames to Vernon Hills - 8 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Ames to Vernon Hills by shuttle, plane, bus, train, car, taxi, or bus (Greyhound)

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Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Chicago O'Hare 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 Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DSM - ORD
5h 20m
$122–500
Drive 316.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Vernon Hillscar 316.4 mi
6h 14m
$58–84
Shuttle, bus, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Vernon Hillstrain Ncs
11h 18m
$166–316
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. Paulbus
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Vernon Hillstrain Ncs
14h 29m
$283–437
Taxi to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the taxi from Ames to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)taxi
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane FOD - ORD
4h 55m
$185–481
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DSM - MDW
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Vernon Hillstrain
5h 59m
$134–522
Bus to Mason City, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the bus from Ames to Mason Citybus
2. Fly from Mason City (MCW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MCW - ORD
6h 17m
$71–353
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. Paulbus Jefferson Lines 802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Chicagobus Greyhound US0150
13h 59m
$135–203

Ames to Vernon Hills by bus and train

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14h 29mAverage Duration

$283Cheapest Price

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Distance: 358.2 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Ames to Vernon Hills via Saint Paul Union Depot, Chicago, Cumberland, Rosemont, Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop F, O'Hare MMF Bay 8, and O'Hare Transfer in around 13h 59m.

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