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

The cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to Ankeny is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 9h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cincinnati to Ankeny is to drive and fly which takes 6h 46m and costs $180 - $1,000.

How far is it from Cincinnati to Ankeny?

The distance between Cincinnati and Ankeny is 535 miles. The road distance is 578.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Ankeny without a car is to bus which takes 13h 46m and costs $100 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Cincinnati to Ankeny, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Cincinnati to Ankeny?

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Ankeny is to fly which takes 6h 56m and costs $240 - $1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $200 and takes 13h 46m.

What is the time difference between Cincinnati and Ankeny?

Ankeny is 1h behind Cincinnati. It is currently 6:20 PM in Cincinnati and 5:20 PM in Ankeny.

Can I drive from Cincinnati to Ankeny?

Yes, the driving distance between Cincinnati to Ankeny is 578 miles. It takes approximately 9h 48m to drive from Cincinnati to Ankeny.

Where can I stay near Ankeny?

There are 226+ hotels available in Ankeny.

Cincinnati to Ankeny - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Cincinnati to Ankeny by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, 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.

Fly Covington to Des Moines
best
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Des Moines (DSM)plane CVG - DSM
6h 56m
$242–1,392
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2514
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
13h 46m
$101–192
Drive 575.1 mi
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Ankenycar 575.1 mi
9h 48m
$105–152
Drive to Blue Grass Airport, fly to Des Moines
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Lexington-Airport-LEXcar
2. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LEX - DSM
6h 46m
$186–963
Fly Covington to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, drive
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)plane CVG - FOD
2. Drive from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Ankenycar
9h 39m
$116–624
Bus to Dayton, fly to Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati Bus Station to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Des Moines (DSM)plane DAY - DSM
10h 9m
$279–1,440

Covington (CVG) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

122Weekly Planes

5h 42mAverage Duration

$202Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cincinnati to Ankeny.

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Distance: 532.1 mi
Duration: 6h 56m

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

United Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Covington (CVG) to Des Moines (DSM) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cincinnati to Ankeny via Chicago Bus Station and Des Moines in around 13h 46m.

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