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

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Ames is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Ames is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 39m and costs $150 - $650.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Ames?

The distance between Indianapolis and Ames is 494 miles. The road distance is 479 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Ames without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 10h 32m and costs $130 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 10h 32m to get from Indianapolis to Ames, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Ames?

Ames is 1h behind Indianapolis. It is currently 10:53 AM in Indianapolis and 9:53 AM in Ames.

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Ames is 479 miles. It takes approximately 8h 29m to drive from Indianapolis to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 54+ hotels available in Ames.

Indianapolis to Ames - 4 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, plane, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Indianapolis to Ames by bus, taxi, car, plane, or shuttle

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the taxi from Des Moines to Amestaxi
10h 32m
$138–198
Drive 476.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Amescar 476.2 mi
8h 29m
$87–126
Fly to Des Moines, shuttle
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Des Moines (DSM)plane IND - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
6h 39m
$152–622
Fly to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)plane IND - FOD
2. Take the taxi from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Amestaxi
8h 22m
$212–622

Indianapolis (IND) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

140Weekly Planes

5h 25mAverage Duration

$71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 490.8 mi
Duration: 10h 32m

What companies run services between Indianapolis, IN, USA and Ames, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Indianapolis to Ames. However, you can take the bus to Des Moines then take the taxi to Ames. Alternatively, you can drive from Indianapolis to Ames in around 8h 29m.

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