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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa State University to Boston is to drive which costs $230 - $350 and takes 22h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa State University to Boston is to shuttle and fly which takes 4h 47m and costs $240 - $1,000.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa State University to Boston. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Boston via Des Moines, Chicago Bus Station and New York Midtown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 12m.

How far is it from Iowa State University to Boston?

The distance between Iowa State University and Boston is 1210 miles. The road distance is 1307.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa State University to Boston without a car is to bus and train via Des Moines which takes 31h 21m and costs $210 - $950.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Iowa State University to Boston, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Iowa State University to Boston bus arrive?

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

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

Boston is 1h ahead of Iowa State University. It is currently 3:15 PM in Iowa State University and 4:15 PM in Boston.

Can I drive from Iowa State University to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa State University to Boston is 1307 miles. It takes approximately 22h 44m to drive from Iowa State University to Boston.

Where can I stay near Boston?

There are 1413+ hotels available in Boston.

Iowa State University to Boston - 7 ways to travel via train, shuttle

There are 7 ways to get from Iowa State University to Boston by shuttle, plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), 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.

Shuttle to Des Moines, fly
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 Boston Logan Airport (BOS)DSM - BOS
4h 47m
$242–990
Bus
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 Bus Station to New York Midtown
4. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Boston
35h 12m
$178–521
Bus, train via Des Moines
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 Boston
31h 21m
$210–907
Drive 1,299.6 mi
1. Drive from Iowa State University to Boston1,299.6 mi
22h 44m
$238–343
Taxi to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Iowa State University to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)FOD - BOS
7h 28m
$243–669
Bus, train
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 Boston
31h 53m
$178–881
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 Boston
35h 38m
$216–1,036

Iowa State University to Boston by foot and bus

8Weekly Services

35h 12mAverage Duration

$178Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Iowa State University to Boston.

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Distance: 1,202.7 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

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

You can take a vehicle from Iowa State University to Boston via Ames, Des Moines, Chicago Bus Station, and New York Midtown in around 35h 12m.

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