What is the cheapest way to get from Lexington to Ames?

The cheapest way to get from Lexington to Ames is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 11h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lexington to Ames?

The fastest way to get from Lexington to Ames is to fly and shuttle which takes 8h 25m and costs $250 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Lexington and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Lexington to Ames. However, there are services departing from Tates Creek @ Dove Run and arriving at Ames via Transit Center, Lexington Bus Stop, Chicago Bus Station and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 12m.

How far is it from Lexington to Ames?

The distance between Lexington and Ames is 597 miles. The road distance is 663.7 miles.

How do I travel from Lexington to Ames without a car?

The best way to get from Lexington to Ames without a car is to bus which takes 21h 12m and costs $100 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Lexington to Ames?

It takes approximately 8h 25m to get from Lexington to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lexington to Ames bus from?

Lexington to Ames bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Lexington Bus Stop station.

Where does the Lexington to Ames bus arrive?

Lexington to Ames bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Lexington and Ames?

Ames is 1h behind Lexington. It is currently 11:11 AM in Lexington and 10:11 AM in Ames.

Can I drive from Lexington to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Lexington to Ames is 664 miles. It takes approximately 11h 49m to drive from Lexington to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 49+ hotels available in Ames.

Lexington to Ames - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Lexington to Ames by plane, shuttle, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, 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.

Fly to Des Moines, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LEX - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
8h 25m
$252–1,192
Fly to Mason City, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Mason City (MCW)plane LEX - MCW
2. Take the bus from Mason City to Amesbus
10h 4m
$100–552
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lexington Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus
21h 12m
$104–281
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lexington Bus Stop to Cincinnati Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Cincinnati Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
3. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain
5. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Amesbus
25h 28m
$195–590
Drive 659.8 mi
1. Drive from Lexington to Amescar 659.8 mi
11h 49m
$121–174
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
1. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane LEX - CID
2. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Amescar
9h 43m
$101–500
Fly to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)plane LEX - FOD
2. Take the taxi from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Amestaxi
8h 50m
$232–682

Lexington to Ames by bus

7Weekly Buses

21h 12mAverage Duration

$104Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lexington to Ames.

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Distance: 593.8 mi
Duration: 8h 25m

What companies run services between Lexington, KY, USA and Ames, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Tates Creek @ Dove Run to Ames via Transit Center, Walmart @ Northpark, Lexington Bus Stop, Chicago Bus Station, and Des Moines in around 21h 12m.

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