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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa State University to Indianapolis is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa State University to Indianapolis is to taxi and fly which takes 6h 9m and costs $210 - $600.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa State University to Indianapolis. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Indianapolis via Des Moines and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 47m.

How far is it from Iowa State University to Indianapolis?

The distance between Iowa State University and Indianapolis is 535 miles. The road distance is 479.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa State University to Indianapolis without a car is to bus which takes 13h 47m and costs $80 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Iowa State University to Indianapolis, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Iowa State University to Indianapolis bus arrive?

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

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

Indianapolis is 1h ahead of Iowa State University. It is currently 5:27 AM in Iowa State University and 6:27 AM in Indianapolis.

Can I drive from Iowa State University to Indianapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa State University to Indianapolis is 479 miles. It takes approximately 8h 28m to drive from Iowa State University to Indianapolis.

Where can I stay near Indianapolis?

There are 878+ hotels available in Indianapolis.

Iowa State University to Indianapolis - 8 ways to travel via train, and taxi

There are 8 ways to get from Iowa State University to Indianapolis by taxi, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, train, car, or shuttle

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

Taxi to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Iowa State University to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)taxi
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Indianapolis (IND)plane FOD - IND
6h 9m
$210–581
Bus to Mason City, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ames to Mason Citybus
2. Fly from Mason City (MCW) to Indianapolis (IND)plane MCW - IND
7h 25m
$75–459
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolisbus
13h 47m
$80–181
Bus, train via Saint Paul
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. Paulbus
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain
18h 30m
$151–406
Drive 476.6 mi
1. Drive from Iowa State University to Indianapoliscar 476.6 mi
8h 28m
$87–126
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Indianapolis (IND)plane DSM - IND
6h 33m
$204–942
Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Ames to MSP Airportbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Indianapolis (IND)plane MSP - IND
7h 38m
$452–795
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain
15h
$98–241

Iowa State University to Indianapolis by foot and bus

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13h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 531.9 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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

You can take a vehicle from Iowa State University to Indianapolis via Ames, Des Moines, and Chicago Bus Station in around 13h 47m.

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