What is the cheapest way to get from Ankeny to Elkhart?

The cheapest way to get from Ankeny to Elkhart is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 7h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ankeny to Elkhart?

The fastest way to get from Ankeny to Elkhart is to fly which takes 5h 44m and costs $220 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Ankeny and Elkhart?

No, there is no direct bus from Ankeny to Elkhart station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Elkhart Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 15m.

How far is it from Ankeny to Elkhart?

The distance between Ankeny and Elkhart is 416 miles. The road distance is 423.9 miles.

How do I travel from Ankeny to Elkhart without a car?

The best way to get from Ankeny to Elkhart without a car is to bus which takes 10h 15m and costs $100 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Ankeny to Elkhart?

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Ankeny to Elkhart, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ankeny to Elkhart bus from?

Ankeny to Elkhart bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Ankeny to Elkhart?

The best way to get from Ankeny to Elkhart is to fly which takes 5h 44m and costs $220 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $180 and takes 10h 15m.

Where does the Ankeny to Elkhart bus arrive?

Ankeny to Elkhart bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Ankeny and Elkhart?

Elkhart is 1h ahead of Ankeny. It is currently 8:45 AM in Ankeny and 9:45 AM in Elkhart.

Can I drive from Ankeny to Elkhart?

Yes, the driving distance between Ankeny to Elkhart is 424 miles. It takes approximately 7h 23m to drive from Ankeny to Elkhart.

Where can I stay near Elkhart?

There are 188+ hotels available in Elkhart.

Ankeny to Elkhart - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Ankeny to Elkhart by plane, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), bus, train, or car

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Fly to South Bend
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to South Bend (SBN)plane DSM - SBN
5h 44m
$227–1,059
Drive 421.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ankeny to Elkhartcar 421.4 mi
7h 23m
$77–112
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
10h 15m
$104–178
Bus, train via Galesburg
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Galesburgbus
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationtrain
11h 26m
$129–268
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DSM - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationtrain
6h 30m
$147–717
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DSM - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationtrain
6h 53m
$134–644
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian / ...
10h 15m
$99–193

Des Moines (DSM) to South Bend (SBN) flights

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5h 37mAverage Duration

$130Cheapest Price

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Distance: 413.2 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Ankeny, IA, USA and Elkhart, IN, USA?

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to South Bend (SBN) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Ankeny to Elkhart Amtrak Station via Des Moines, Chicago Bus Station, and Chicago Union Station in around 10h 15m.

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