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

The cheapest way to get from Louisville to Ames is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 10h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Louisville to Ames is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 28m and costs $160 - $650.

How far is it from Louisville to Ames?

The distance between Louisville and Ames is 529 miles. The road distance is 594 miles.

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

The best way to get from Louisville to Ames without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 13h 51m and costs $170 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Louisville to Ames, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Louisville and Ames?

Ames is 1h behind Louisville. It is currently 12:55 AM in Louisville and 11:55 PM in Ames.

Can I drive from Louisville to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Louisville to Ames is 594 miles. It takes approximately 10h 19m to drive from Louisville to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 55+ hotels available in Ames.

Louisville to Ames - 6 ways to travel via plane, shuttle, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Louisville to Ames by plane, shuttle, bus, taxi, or car

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Fly Louisville International Airport to Des Moines, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SDF - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
6h 28m
$162–643
Drive 590.5 mi
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1. Drive from Louisville to Amescar 590.5 mi
10h 19m
$105–151
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the taxi from Des Moines to Amestaxi
13h 51m
$173–259
Fly Louisville International Airport to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)plane SDF - FOD
2. Take the taxi from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Amestaxi
7h 43m
$222–643
Fly Louisville International Airport to Mason City, bus
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Mason City (MCW)plane SDF - MCW
2. Take the bus from Mason City to Amesbus
8h 32m
$112–498
Bus to Nashville, fly to Des Moines, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Nashvillebus
2. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Des Moines (DSM)plane BNA - DSM
3. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
7h 28m
$185–658

Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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5h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 526.2 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

What companies run services between Louisville, KY, USA and Ames, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Louisville to Ames. However, you can take the line 02 bus to Louisville International Airport, walk to Louisville International Airport (SDF) airport, fly to Des Moines (DSM), walk to Des Moines International Airport, IA, then take the shuttle to Ames, IA - Iowa State University. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Indianapolis Union Station, take the bus to Des Moines, then take the taxi to Ames.

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