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

The cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to Ames is to bus which costs $95 - $190 and takes 15h 4m.

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 13m and costs $240 - $1,100.

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 Indianapolis Union Station and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 4m.

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 4m and costs $95 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m 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 Indianapolis station.

What is the time difference between Cincinnati and Ames?

Ames is 1h behind Cincinnati. It is currently 7:38 AM in Cincinnati and 6:38 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 19m to drive from Cincinnati to Ames.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Ames?

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Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 51+ hotels available in Ames.

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

There are 6 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)plane CVG - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
6h 13m
$242–1,092
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Indianapolisbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus
15h 4m
$99–181
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Indianapolisbus
2. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
4. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus
5. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus
19h 40m
$174–351
Drive 582.6 mi
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Amescar 582.6 mi
10h 19m
$107–154
Fly Covington to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)plane CVG - FOD
2. Take the taxi from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Amestaxi
7h 39m
$232–662
Bus to Dayton, fly to Des Moines, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Des Moines (DSM)plane DAY - DSM
3. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
9h 14m
$241–1,056

Covington (CVG) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

124Weekly Planes

4h 48mAverage Duration

$159Cheapest 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 13m

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

You can take a bus from Cincinnati to Ames via Indianapolis, Indianapolis Union Station, and Des Moines in around 15h 4m.

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