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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Nebraska is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Nebraska is to taxi and bus which takes 2h 49m and costs $90 - $130.

How far is it from Ames to Nebraska?

The distance between Ames and Nebraska is 168 miles. The road distance is 161.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Nebraska without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 2h 49m and costs $90 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Ames to Nebraska, including transfers.

Can I drive from Ames to Nebraska?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Nebraska is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Ames to Nebraska.

Where can I stay near Nebraska?

There are 294+ hotels available in Nebraska.

Ames to Nebraska - 3 ways to travel via taxi, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 3 ways to get from Ames to Nebraska by taxi, bus, car, or shuttle

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Ames to Des Moinestaxi
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus Greyhound US0123S
2h 49m
$95–128
Drive 160.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Omahacar 160.5 mi
2h 58m
$30–43
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 Omaha, NEbus Greyhound US0123S
4h 16m
$125–258

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Distance: 166.5 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

There is no direct connection from Ames to Nebraska. However, you can take the taxi to Des Moines then take the bus to Omaha, NE. Alternatively, you can drive from Ames to Omaha in around 2h 58m.

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