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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Lincoln is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Lincoln is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs $35 - $60.

How far is it from Ames to Lincoln?

The distance between Ames and Lincoln is 224 miles. The road distance is 216.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Lincoln without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 5h 19m and costs $120 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Ames to Lincoln, including transfers.

Can I drive from Ames to Lincoln?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Lincoln is 217 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Ames to Lincoln.

Where can I stay near Lincoln?

There are 87+ hotels available in Lincoln.

Ames to Lincoln - 3 ways to travel via taxi, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 3 ways to get from Ames to Lincoln by taxi, bus, car, or shuttle

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Ames to Des Moinestaxi
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Lincoln Bus Depotbus Greyhound US0123S
5h 19m
$120–164
Drive 215.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Lincolncar 215.6 mi
3h 50m
$40–57
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Lincoln Bus Depotbus Greyhound US0123S
6h 46m
$150–294

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Distance: 222.7 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Lincoln, NE, USA?

There is no direct connection from Ames to Lincoln. However, you can take the taxi to Des Moines, take the bus to Lincoln Bus Depot, then take the taxi to Lincoln. Alternatively, you can drive from Ames to Lincoln in around 3h 50m.

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