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How to Travel from

Ames to Indianapolis

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
4h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$484.07
Plane from Waterloo Municipal Airport to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.65–$484.07

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
5h 19m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.86–$407.64

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$496.81
Plane from Des Moines to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
4h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$292.99–$700.62
Plane from Mason City to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
4h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$484.07

Bus operators

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.54–$191.08

Jefferson Lines

Phone:
+1-858-800-8898
Website:
jeffersonlines.com/
Bus from Ames to Des
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$47.13
Bus from Ames to Mason
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$70.06

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Indianapolis is to drive which costs $86.96 - $130.43 and takes 8h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Indianapolis is to drive and fly which takes 6h 3m and costs $130.43 - $445.65 .

How far is it from Ames to Indianapolis?

The distance between Ames and Indianapolis is 866 km. The road distance is 796.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Indianapolis without a car is to bus which takes 11h 19m and costs $108.70 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Ames to Indianapolis, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Ames to Indianapolis?

The best way to get from Ames to Indianapolis is to bus which takes 11h 19m and costs $108.70 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $173.91 - $380.43 and takes 6h 16m.

What is the time difference between Ames and Indianapolis?

Indianapolis is 1h ahead of Ames. It is currently 21:42 in Ames and 22:42 in Indianapolis.

Can I drive from Ames to Indianapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Indianapolis is 796 km. It takes approximately 8h 10m to drive from Ames to Indianapolis.

Where can I stay near Indianapolis?

There are 713+ hotels available in Indianapolis. Prices start at $52.55 per night.
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