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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Indiana is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Indiana is to taxi and fly and train which takes 4h 55m and costs $180 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Indiana?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Indiana station. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Indianapolis Union Station via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 25m.

How far is it from Ames to Indiana?

The distance between Ames and Indiana is 389 miles. The road distance is 478.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Indiana without a car is to bus which takes 11h 25m and costs $80 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Ames to Indiana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Indiana bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Indiana bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ames and Indiana?

Indiana is 1h ahead of Ames. It is currently 10:48 PM in Ames and 11:48 PM in Indiana.

Can I drive from Ames to Indiana?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Indiana is 478 miles. It takes approximately 8h 26m to drive from Ames to Indiana.

Where can I stay near Indiana?

There are 928+ hotels available in Indiana.

Ames to Indiana - 6 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, car

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

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 to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
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
3. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Centertrain
5h 19m
$136–534
Bus to Mason City, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
cheapest
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
3. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Centertrain
6h 10m
$52–311
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 801 / ...
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
11h 25m
$83–191
Drive 475.6 mi
1. Drive from Ames to Indianapoliscar 475.6 mi
8h 26m
$87–126
Taxi to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
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
3. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Centertrain
4h 55m
$189–435
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 Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Centertrain
5h 2m
$161–694

Ames to Indiana by bus

7Weekly Buses

11h 25mAverage Duration

$83Cheapest Price

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Distance: 386.9 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Indiana, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Indianapolis Union Station via Des Moines in around 11h 25m.

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