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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Kentucky is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 10h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Kentucky is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 29m and costs $210 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Kentucky?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Kentucky. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Louisville, KY via Des Moines and Indianapolis Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 50m.

How far is it from Ames to Kentucky?

The distance between Ames and Kentucky is 562 miles. The road distance is 593.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Kentucky without a car is to bus which takes 14h 50m and costs $110 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Ames to Kentucky, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Kentucky bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Kentucky bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ames and Kentucky?

Kentucky is 1h ahead of Ames. It is currently 4:15 AM in Ames and 5:15 AM in Kentucky.

Can I drive from Ames to Kentucky?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Kentucky is 593 miles. It takes approximately 10h 16m to drive from Ames to Kentucky.

Where can I stay near Kentucky?

There are 404+ hotels available in Kentucky.

Ames to Kentucky - 7 ways to travel via shuttle, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 7 ways to get from Ames to Kentucky by shuttle, plane, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), 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 to Covington
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 Covington (CVG)plane DSM - CVG
6h 34m
$234–1,142
Drive 589.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Louisvillecar 589.9 mi
10h 16m
$108–156
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville, KYbus
14h 50m
$117–222
Taxi to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly to Covington
1. Take the taxi from Ames to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)taxi
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Covington (CVG)plane FOD - CVG
6h 55m
$257–823
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Louisville International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane DSM - SDF
6h 29m
$213–943
Taxi to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly to Louisville International Airport
1. Take the taxi from Ames to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)taxi
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane FOD - SDF
7h 34m
$236–724
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Blue Grass Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane DSM - LEX
8h 18m
$274–1,292

Ames to Kentucky by bus

7Weekly Buses

14h 50mAverage Duration

$117Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ames to Kentucky.

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Distance: 558.6 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Ames to Louisville, KY via Des Moines and Indianapolis Union Station in around 14h 50m.

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