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How to get fromDes Moines International Airport to Amesby car, taxi, or shuttle

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There are 3 ways to get from Des Moines International Airport to Ames by car, taxi, or shuttle

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  1. Drive 40.3 mi

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    1. Drive from Des Moines International Airport to Amescar car 40.3 mi
    47 min
    $8–11

  2. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Des Moines International Airport to Amestaxi taxi 40.3 mi
    47 min
    $90–120

  3. Shuttle

    1. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle bus
    45 min
    $80–190

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  • Distance: 40.3 mi
  • Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between Des Moines International Airport, IA, USA and Ames, IA, USA?

Executive Express operates a shuttle from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State University on demand. Tickets cost $80–190 and the journey takes 45 min.

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