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 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Fort Wayne is to shuttle and fly which takes 5h 53m and costs $210 - $850.

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 Northeast via Des Moines, Chicago and Central Station - Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 43m.

How far is it from Ames to Fort Wayne?

The distance between Ames and Fort Wayne is 498 miles. The road distance is 478.1 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 bus which takes 14h 43m and costs $60 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m 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 Des Moines station.

What is the time difference between Ames and Fort Wayne?

Fort Wayne is 1h ahead of Ames. It is currently 7:47 AM in Ames and 8:47 AM in Fort Wayne.

Can I drive from Ames to Fort Wayne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Fort Wayne is 478 miles. It takes approximately 9h 1m to drive from Ames to Fort Wayne.

Where can I stay near Fort Wayne?

There are 72+ hotels available in Fort Wayne.

Ames to Fort Wayne - 4 ways to travel via shuttle, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Ames to Fort Wayne by shuttle, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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 53m
$212–835
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago to Fort Wayne, INbus
14h 43m
$61–178
Drive 475.3 mi
1. Drive from Ames to Fort Waynecar 475.3 mi
9h 1m
$87–126
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
6h 34m
$235–556

Ames to Fort Wayne by bus

14Weekly Buses

14h 43mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ames to Fort Wayne.

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Distance: 494.7 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Ames to Coldwater at Northeast via Des Moines, Chicago, Fort Wayne, IN, and Central Station - Bay A in around 14h 43m.

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