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

The cheapest way to get from Mount Prospect to Iowa State University is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mount Prospect to Iowa State University is to fly and shuttle which takes 4h 48m and costs $160 - $700.

How far is it from Mount Prospect to Iowa State University?

The distance between Mount Prospect and Iowa State University is 364 miles. The road distance is 315.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mount Prospect to Iowa State University without a car is to bus which takes 10h 14m and costs $80 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Mount Prospect to Iowa State University, including transfers.

Can I drive from Mount Prospect to Iowa State University?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Prospect to Iowa State University is 316 miles. It takes approximately 6h 10m to drive from Mount Prospect to Iowa State University.

Where can I stay near Iowa State University?

There are 45+ hotels available in Iowa State University.

Mount Prospect to Iowa State University - 6 ways to travel via train, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Mount Prospect to Iowa State University by plane, shuttle, bus (Greyhound), car, train, subway, taxi, or bus

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

Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Des Moines, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ORD - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
4h 48m
$161–700
Drive 314 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mount Prospect to Iowa State Universitycar 314 mi
6h 10m
$58–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus Jefferson 804 / ...
10h 14m
$81–145
Train, subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Des Moines, shuttle
1. Take the train from Mt. Prospect to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Take the subway from Clark/Lake to Midwaysubway
3. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MDW - DSM
4. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
5h 28m
$206–1,000
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)plane ORD - FOD
2. Take the taxi from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Iowa State Universitytaxi
4h 52m
$186–460
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Mason City, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Mason City (MCW)plane ORD - MCW
2. Take the bus from Mason City to Amesbus
6h 12m
$76–325

Mount Prospect to Iowa State University by train, bus, and foot

14Weekly Services

10h 14mAverage Duration

$81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 362.4 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Mount Prospect, IL, USA and Iowa State University, IA, USA?

You can take a train from Mt. Prospect to Iowa State University via Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Harrison & Jefferson, Chicago Bus Station, Des Moines, and Ames in around 10h 14m.

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How to get fromMount Prospect to Iowa State Universityby plane, shuttle, bus (Greyhound), car, train, subway, taxi, or bus

There are 6 ways to get from Mount Prospect to Iowa State University by plane, shuttle, bus (Greyhound), car, train, subway, taxi, or bus

Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Des Moines, shuttle

Drive 314 mi

Bus

Train, subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Des Moines, shuttle

Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, taxi

Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Mason City, bus