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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa State University to Ann Arbor is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 9h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa State University to Ann Arbor is to shuttle and fly and bus which takes 5h 46m and costs $180 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa State University and Ann Arbor?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa State University to Ann Arbor. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Ann Arbor via Des Moines and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 42m.

How far is it from Iowa State University to Ann Arbor?

The distance between Iowa State University and Ann Arbor is 611 miles. The road distance is 563 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa State University to Ann Arbor without a car is to bus and train which takes 13h 33m and costs $120 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Iowa State University to Ann Arbor, including transfers.

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

Iowa State University to Ann Arbor bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Ames station.

Where does the Iowa State University to Ann Arbor bus arrive?

Iowa State University to Ann Arbor bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Des Moines station.

What is the time difference between Iowa State University and Ann Arbor?

Ann Arbor is 1h ahead of Iowa State University. It is currently 2:33 AM in Iowa State University and 3:33 AM in Ann Arbor.

Can I drive from Iowa State University to Ann Arbor?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa State University to Ann Arbor is 563 miles. It takes approximately 9h 55m to drive from Iowa State University to Ann Arbor.

Where can I stay near Ann Arbor?

There are 136+ hotels available in Ann Arbor.

Iowa State University to Ann Arbor - 9 ways to travel via train, and shuttle

There are 9 ways to get from Iowa State University to Ann Arbor by shuttle, plane, bus, train, car, taxi, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Detroit, bus
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IA
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW)DSM - DTW
3. Take the bus from Detroit Metro Airport to Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI
5h 46m
$181–760
Bus via Auburn Gresham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moines
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Chicago to Ann Arbor
14h 32m
$80–281
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moines
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Ann Arbor Amtrak Station
13h 33m
$125–357
Bus, train via Saint Paul
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. Paul
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Ann Arbor Amtrak Station
17h 50m
$126–466
Drive 559.7 mi
1. Drive from Iowa State University to Ann Arbor559.7 mi
9h 55m
$103–148
Taxi to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly to Detroit, bus
1. Take the taxi from Iowa State University to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Detroit (DTW)FOD - DTW
3. Take the bus from Detroit Metro Airport to Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI
8h 13m
$212–519
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Capital Region International Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IA
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Capital Region International Airport (LAN)DSM - LAN
3. Take the bus from East Lansing, MI to Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI
9h 4m
$204–922
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moines
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Ann Arbor Amtrak Station
14h 5m
$93–331
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moines
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Ann Arbor
14h 42m
$83–281

Iowa State University to Ann Arbor by foot, bus, and train

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17h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 607.4 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between Iowa State University, IA, USA and Ann Arbor, MI, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Iowa State University to Ann Arbor via Ames, Des Moines, Chicago Bus Station, Clinton-Blue, Jackson-Blue, Jackson-Red, 95th, and Chicago in around 14h 32m.

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