What is the cheapest way to get from Ames to Fort Wayne?

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Fort Wayne is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 9h.

What is the fastest way to get from Ames to Fort Wayne?

The fastest way to get from Ames to Fort Wayne is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 27m and costs $240 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Fort Wayne?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Fort Wayne. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Coldwater at Essex via Saint Paul Union Depot, Chicago and Central Station - Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 44m.

How far is it from Ames to Fort Wayne?

The distance between Ames and Fort Wayne is 498 miles. The road distance is 479.1 miles.

How do I travel from Ames to Fort Wayne without a car?

The best way to get from Ames to Fort Wayne without a car is to shuttle and bus which takes 15h 3m and costs $160 - $370.

How long does it take to get from Ames to Fort Wayne?

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Ames to Fort Wayne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Fort Wayne bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Fort Wayne bus arrive?

Ames to Fort Wayne bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at St. Paul station.

What is the time difference between Ames and Fort Wayne?

Fort Wayne is 1h ahead of Ames. It is currently 5:31 AM in Ames and 6:31 AM in Fort Wayne.

Can I drive from Ames to Fort Wayne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Fort Wayne is 479 miles. It takes approximately 9h to drive from Ames to Fort Wayne.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ames to Fort Wayne?

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Where can I stay near Fort Wayne?

There are 84+ hotels available in Fort Wayne.

Ames to Fort Wayne - 6 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

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

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Shuttle to Des Moines, 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 Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA)plane DSM - FWA
5h 57m
$187–665
Drive 476.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Fort Waynecar 476.3 mi
9h
$87–126
Shuttle, bus
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 bus from Chicago to Fort Wayne, INbus
15h 3m
$168–365
Taxi to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Ames to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)taxi
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA)plane FOD - FWA
5h 27m
$240–566
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 bus from Chicago to Fort Wayne, INbus
18h 29m
$186–397
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. Paulbus
2. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago to Fort Wayne, INbus
18h 44m
$131–257

Ames to Fort Wayne by bus, train, and foot

11Weekly Services

18h 29mAverage Duration

$186Cheapest Price

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Distance: 494.7 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Fort Wayne, IN, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Coldwater at Essex via Saint Paul Union Depot, Chicago, Fort Wayne, IN, and Central Station - Bay A in around 18h 44m.

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