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

The cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to Ames is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 10h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cincinnati to Ames is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 41m and costs $260 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Cincinnati and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Cincinnati to Ames. However, there are services departing from Cincinnati and arriving at Ames via Chicago Bus Station and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 14m.

How far is it from Cincinnati to Ames?

The distance between Cincinnati and Ames is 561 miles. The road distance is 586 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Ames without a car is to bus which takes 15h 14m and costs $90 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Cincinnati to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cincinnati to Ames bus from?

Cincinnati to Ames bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Cincinnati station.

Where does the Cincinnati to Ames bus arrive?

Cincinnati to Ames bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Cincinnati and Ames?

Ames is 1h behind Cincinnati. It is currently 5:57 AM in Cincinnati and 4:57 AM in Ames.

Can I drive from Cincinnati to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Cincinnati to Ames is 586 miles. It takes approximately 10h 14m to drive from Cincinnati to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 42+ hotels available in Ames.

Cincinnati to Ames - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Cincinnati to Ames by plane, shuttle, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), bus, train, 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.

Fly Covington to Des Moines, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Des Moines (DSM)CVG - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State University
6h 41m
$262–1,292
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Chicago Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moines
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Ames
15h 14m
$91–234
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Indianapolis
2. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Station
4. Take the bus from Galesburg to Burlington
5. Take the bus from Burlington to Des Moines
6. Take the bus from Des Moines to Ames
20h 5m
$157–614
Drive 582.6 mi
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Ames582.6 mi
10h 14m
$107–154
Fly Covington to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)CVG - FOD
2. Take the taxi from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Ames
8h 53m
$242–782
Fly Covington to Mason City, bus
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Mason City (MCW)CVG - MCW
2. Take the bus from Mason City to Ames
9h 14m
$104–612
Bus to Dayton, fly to Des Moines, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati Bus Station to Dayton Trotwood Bus Station
2. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Des Moines (DSM)DAY - DSM
3. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State University
9h 55m
$315–1,446

Cincinnati to Ames by bus

12Weekly Buses

15h 14mAverage Duration

$91Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cincinnati to Ames.

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Distance: 558.2 mi
Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Cincinnati, OH, USA and Ames, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Cincinnati to Ames via Chicago Bus Station and Des Moines in around 15h 14m.

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