What is the cheapest way to get from Indiana to Iowa State University?

The cheapest way to get from Indiana to Iowa State University is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Indiana to Iowa State University?

The fastest way to get from Indiana to Iowa State University is to train and fly and shuttle which takes 5h 16m and costs $190 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Indiana and Iowa State University?

No, there is no direct bus from Indiana station to Iowa State University. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis Union Station and arriving at Ames via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 42m.

How far is it from Indiana to Iowa State University?

The distance between Indiana and Iowa State University is 389 miles. The road distance is 479.8 miles.

How do I travel from Indiana to Iowa State University without a car?

The best way to get from Indiana to Iowa State University without a car is to bus which takes 11h 42m and costs $90 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Indiana to Iowa State University?

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Indiana to Iowa State University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indiana to Iowa State University bus from?

Indiana to Iowa State University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Indianapolis Union Station.

Where does the Indiana to Iowa State University bus arrive?

Indiana to Iowa State University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

What is the time difference between Indiana and Iowa State University?

Iowa State University is 1h behind Indiana. It is currently 5:25 AM in Indiana and 4:25 AM in Iowa State University.

Can I drive from Indiana to Iowa State University?

Yes, the driving distance between Indiana to Iowa State University is 480 miles. It takes approximately 8h 31m to drive from Indiana to Iowa State University.

Where can I stay near Iowa State University?

There are 38+ hotels available in Iowa State University.

Indiana to Iowa State University - 6 ways to travel via train, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Indiana to Iowa State University by train, plane, shuttle, bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, 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.

Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Des Moines, shuttle
best
1. Take the train from Gary to Van Buren St.train
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ORD - DSM
3. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
5h 34m
$165–753
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Mason City, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Gary to Van Buren St.train
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Mason City (MCW)plane ORD - MCW
3. Take the bus from Mason City to Amesbus
7h 1m
$75–328
Bus
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus Jefferson 804 / ...
11h 42m
$94–168
Drive 477 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Iowa State Universitycar 477 mi
8h 31m
$88–126
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Des Moines, shuttle
1. Take the train from Gary to Museum Campus/11th Street Sationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MDW - DSM
3. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
5h 16m
$199–953
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from Gary to Van Buren St.train
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)plane ORD - FOD
3. Take the taxi from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Iowa State Universitytaxi
5h 45m
$190–453

Indiana to Iowa State University by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

11h 42mAverage Duration

$94Cheapest Price

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Distance: 387.1 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Indiana, USA and Iowa State University, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Iowa State University via Des Moines and Ames in around 11h 42m.

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How to get fromIndiana to Iowa State UniversityBy train, plane, shuttle, bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, or bus

There are 6 ways to get from Indiana to Iowa State University by train, plane, shuttle, bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, or bus

Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Des Moines, shuttle

Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Mason City, bus

Bus

Drive 477 mi

Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Des Moines, shuttle

Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, taxi