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

The cheapest way to get from Vermillion to Ames is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vermillion to Ames is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Vermillion and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Vermillion to Ames. However, there are services departing from Vermillion and arriving at Ames via Omaha, NE and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Vermillion to Ames?

The distance between Vermillion and Ames is 300 miles. The road distance is 208.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Vermillion to Ames without a car is to bus which takes 7h 15m and costs $80 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Vermillion to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vermillion to Ames bus from?

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

Where does the Vermillion to Ames bus arrive?

Vermillion to Ames bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Omaha station.

Can I drive from Vermillion to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Vermillion to Ames is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Vermillion to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 45+ hotels available in Ames.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Vermillion to Omahabus
2. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus
7h 15m
$80–122
Drive 207.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Vermillion to Amescar 207.5 mi
3h 49m
$38–55
Bus, fly, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Vermillion to Sioux Fallsbus
2. Fly from Sioux Falls (FSD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane FSD - DSM
3. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
6h 59m
$208–790

Sioux Falls (FSD) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

97Weekly Planes

5h 35mAverage Duration

$93Cheapest Price

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Distance: 298.5 mi
Duration: 7h 15m

What companies run services between Vermillion, SD, USA and Ames, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Vermillion to Ames via Omaha, NE and Des Moines in around 7h 15m.

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