What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa State University to St. Louis?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa State University to St. Louis is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 7h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa State University to St. Louis?

The fastest way to get from Iowa State University to St. Louis is to shuttle and fly which takes 3h 45m and costs $210 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa State University and St. Louis?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa State University to St. Louis station. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at St Louis Bus Station via Des Moines and Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 22m.

How far is it from Iowa State University to St. Louis?

The distance between Iowa State University and St. Louis is 317 miles. The road distance is 364.1 miles.

How do I travel from Iowa State University to St. Louis without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa State University to St. Louis without a car is to bus which takes 10h 22m and costs $55 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Iowa State University to St. Louis?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Iowa State University to St. Louis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa State University to St. Louis bus from?

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

Where does the Iowa State University to St. Louis bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Iowa State University to St. Louis?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa State University to St. Louis is 364 miles. It takes approximately 7h 10m to drive from Iowa State University to St. Louis.

Where can I stay near St. Louis?

There are 481+ hotels available in St. Louis.

Iowa State University to St. Louis - 4 ways to travel via train, and shuttle

There are 4 ways to get from Iowa State University to St. Louis by shuttle, plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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

Shuttle, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane DSM - STL
3h 45m
$215–1,193
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
3. Take the train from Kansas City to St. Louistrain
12h 44m
$51–181
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
10h 22m
$56–191
Drive 362 mi
1. Drive from Iowa State University to St. Louiscar 362 mi
7h 10m
$67–96

Iowa State University to St. Louis by foot and bus

14Weekly Services

10h 22mAverage Duration

$56Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Iowa State University to St. Louis.

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Distance: 315 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Iowa State University, IA, USA and St. Louis, MO, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Iowa State University to St Louis Bus Station via Ames, Des Moines, and Kansas City Bus Station in around 10h 22m.

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