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

The cheapest way to get from Morehead to Ames is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 12h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Morehead to Ames is to drive and fly and shuttle which takes 6h 37m and costs $260 - $1,200.

How far is it from Morehead to Ames?

The distance between Morehead and Ames is 654 miles. The road distance is 688.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Morehead to Ames without a car is to taxi and train and bus which takes 18h 4m and costs $310 - $550.

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Morehead to Ames, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Morehead and Ames?

Ames is 1h behind Morehead. It is currently 2:33 AM in Morehead and 1:33 AM in Ames.

Can I drive from Morehead to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Morehead to Ames is 688 miles. It takes approximately 12h 36m to drive from Morehead to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 45+ hotels available in Ames.

Morehead to Ames - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, shuttle, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Morehead to Ames by car, plane, shuttle, taxi, train, or bus

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Drive to Blue Grass Airport, fly to Des Moines, shuttle
best
1. Drive from Morehead to Lexington-Airport-LEXcar
2. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LEX - DSM
3. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
6h 37m
$263–1,159
Drive 684.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Morehead to Amescar 684.5 mi
12h 36m
$125–181
Taxi, train, bus
1. Take the taxi from Morehead to Maysville Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Maysville Station to Indianapolistrain
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Des Moinesbus
4. Take the taxi from Des Moines to Amestaxi
18h 4m
$314–508
Drive to Louisville International Airport, fly to Des Moines, shuttle
1. Drive from Morehead to Louisville-Airport-SDFcar
2. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SDF - DSM
3. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
7h 8m
$235–976
Drive to Blue Grass Airport, fly to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, taxi
1. Drive from Morehead to Lexington-Airport-LEXcar
2. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)plane LEX - FOD
3. Take the taxi from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Amestaxi
7h 35m
$263–799
Drive to Tri-State Airport, fly to Des Moines, shuttle
1. Drive from Morehead to Tri-State Airport (HTS)car
2. Fly from Tri-State Airport (HTS) to Des Moines (DSM)plane HTS - DSM
3. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
7h 30m
$250–1,005

Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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5h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 649.7 mi
Duration: 6h 37m

What companies run services between Morehead, Rowan County, KY, USA and Ames, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Morehead to Ames. However, you can drive to Lexington-Airport-LEX airport, fly to Des Moines (DSM), walk to Des Moines International Airport, IA, then take the shuttle to Ames, IA - Iowa State University. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Maysville Station, take the train to Indianapolis, walk to Indianapolis Union Station, take the bus to Des Moines, then take the taxi to Ames.

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