What is the cheapest way to get from Ames to University of Northern Iowa?

The cheapest way to get from Ames to University of Northern Iowa is to drive which costs $16 - $25 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ames to University of Northern Iowa?

The fastest way to get from Ames to University of Northern Iowa is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs $16 - $25.

How far is it from Ames to University of Northern Iowa?

The distance between Ames and University of Northern Iowa is 164 miles. The road distance is 92.3 miles.

How do I travel from Ames to University of Northern Iowa without a car?

The best way to get from Ames to University of Northern Iowa without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 4h 38m and costs $90 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Ames to University of Northern Iowa?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Ames to University of Northern Iowa, including transfers.

Can I drive from Ames to University of Northern Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to University of Northern Iowa is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Ames to University of Northern Iowa.

Where can I stay near University of Northern Iowa?

There are 45+ hotels available in University of Northern Iowa.

Ames to University of Northern Iowa - 3 ways to travel via taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ames to University of Northern Iowa 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 Waterloobus Greyhound US0154S
4h 38m
$95–125
Drive 91.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to University of Northern Iowacar 91.8 mi
1h 37m
$17–25
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 Waterloobus Greyhound US0154S
6h 5m
$125–255

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Distance: 163.5 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and University of Northern Iowa, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Ames to University of Northern Iowa. However, you can take the taxi to Des Moines, take the bus to Waterloo, walk to Central Transfer, take the line 7 bus to UNI Multimodal Transportation Center, then walk to University of Northern Iowa. Alternatively, you can drive from Ames to University of Northern Iowa in around 1h 37m.

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