What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa State University to Indianapolis?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa State University to Indianapolis?

The fastest way to get from Iowa State University to Indianapolis is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 45m and costs $180 - $850.

How far is it from Iowa State University to Indianapolis?

The distance between Iowa State University and Indianapolis is 494 miles. The road distance is 479.4 miles.

How do I travel from Iowa State University to Indianapolis without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa State University to Indianapolis without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 10h 23m and costs $130 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Iowa State University to Indianapolis?

It takes approximately 10h 23m to get from Iowa State University to Indianapolis, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Iowa State University and Indianapolis?

Indianapolis is 1h ahead of Iowa State University. It is currently 10:11 AM in Iowa State University and 11:11 AM in Indianapolis.

Can I drive from Iowa State University to Indianapolis?

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

Where can I stay near Indianapolis?

There are 716+ hotels available in Indianapolis.

Iowa State University to Indianapolis - 4 ways to travel via taxi, bus, and car

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

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Iowa State University to Des Moinestaxi
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
10h 23m
$136–214
Drive 476.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa State University to Indianapoliscar 476.6 mi
8h 29m
$87–126
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Indianapolis (IND)plane DSM - IND
6h 45m
$184–842
Taxi to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Iowa State University to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)taxi
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Indianapolis (IND)plane FOD - IND
7h 2m
$230–661

Des Moines (DSM) to Indianapolis (IND) flights

106Weekly Planes

5h 26mAverage Duration

$106Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Iowa State University to Indianapolis.

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Distance: 491.5 mi
Duration: 10h 23m

What companies run services between Iowa State University, IA, USA and Indianapolis, IN, USA?

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

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