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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Ankeny is to bus which costs $160 - $310 and takes 21h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Ankeny is to fly which takes 5h 8m and costs $220 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Ankeny?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Ankeny. However, there are services departing from Rochester Bus Stop and arriving at Des Moines via Cleveland Bus Station and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 12m.

How far is it from Rochester to Ankeny?

The distance between Rochester and Ankeny is 847 miles. The road distance is 921.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Ankeny without a car is to train and bus which takes 19h 34m and costs $260 - $550.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Rochester to Ankeny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Ankeny bus from?

Rochester to Ankeny bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Rochester Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from Rochester to Ankeny?

The best way to get from Rochester to Ankeny is to fly which takes 5h 8m and costs $220 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $310 and takes 21h 12m.

Where does the Rochester to Ankeny bus arrive?

Rochester to Ankeny bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Cleveland Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Rochester and Ankeny?

Ankeny is 1h behind Rochester. It is currently 5:20 PM in Rochester and 4:20 PM in Ankeny.

Can I drive from Rochester to Ankeny?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Ankeny is 922 miles. It takes approximately 15h 31m to drive from Rochester to Ankeny.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rochester to Ankeny?

Book your Rochester to Ankeny bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ankeny?

There are 238+ hotels available in Ankeny.

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

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

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Fly Rochester to Des Moines
best
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ROC - DSM
5h 8m
$227–1,110
Fly Rochester to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)plane ROC - FOD
2. Drive from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Ankenycar
8h 2m
$132–593
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rochester to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
19h 34m
$263–505
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
21h 12m
$162–302
Drive 916.4 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Ankenycar 916.4 mi
15h 31m
$168–242
Bus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, fly to Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalo Niagara International Airportbus
2. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Des Moines (DSM)plane BUF - DSM
7h
$230–1,156
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Rochester to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus
21h 26m
$293–575

Rochester (ROC) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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5h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 841.7 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and Ankeny, IA, USA?

Southwest Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Rochester (ROC) to Des Moines (DSM) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Ankeny via Cleveland Bus Station, Chicago Bus Station, and Des Moines in around 21h 12m.

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