2005 transportation - ground

 

Ames is centrally located and well-served by ground transportation. North-south Interstate 35 passes through Ames and intersects east-west Interstate 80 just 25 miles south of Ames. Minneapolis is only 218 miles away, Chicago 322 miles, and Omaha 168 miles.

 

If you fly into the Des Moines International Airport, travel approximately 40 miles north to Ames, Iowa, the location of Iowa State University.

Review the maps for your convenience.

 

limousines

  • Ames Limousine Service runs between Ames & Des Moines, providing a limited shuttle service on an appointment basis for $80 plus tax. - 515-290-6867
  • Magestic Limousines - 515-243-4475
  • A-1 Executive Limousines - 515-276-0001
  • Smithson Limousine Service - 515-285-6346

 

bus

The Greyound Bus Lines service offers round-trip service for approximately $21.
515-243-1773.

 

rental cars