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Ankeny Airport Shuttle & Charter Bus Rentals
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Because Ankenycharterbuscompany.com connects you with one of the largest networks of independent bus companies in Ankeny and across all of Iowa, you're never limited to whatever one local fleet happens to have parked in its lot on your travel date through one of America's largest national booking platforms! Fill out one quick form and see live availability, interior pictures, and charter bus pricing in under 30 seconds. No account needed! Whether you're catching an early departure out of Des Moines International Airport (DSM) or landing at Ankeny Regional Airport (IKV) with a corporate team, there's a ride ready for YOUR schedule. Need help building a custom package? Call us 365 days a year at (515) 416-9533 and we'll get your group rolling!
- 30 sec.to see online pricing and availability, with no account needed
- 24/7live support, 365 days a year
- Same dayrentals for last-minute plans in Ankeny
- Up to 56passengers on one charter bus, with under-bus luggage bays
Serving All Airports Through One of the Largest Bus Networks in Ankeny
- Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
- Eppley Airfield (OMA)
- Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)
- Ankeny Regional Airport (IKV)
Book Airport Transportation in Minutes
Choosing the right airport transfer in Ankeny doesn't mean calling five local bus companies and waiting around on callbacks while your flight gets closer! With Ankenycharterbuscompany.com, you share your pickup location, flight date, and passenger count once to compare TONS of different vehicles and packages all in one place—and get your quote sent straight to your text and email so it's easy to share with your group. Because we don't own or operate any buses, independent transportation providers compete for your business, giving you better rates and same-day availability when travel plans come together at the last minute. Once you book online through the national booking platform, our confirmation department calls to verify every terminal stop and hotel drop-off so your itinerary stays right on track!
Types of Buses Available
What Bus Can I Book for Airport Transportation?
Coordinating ground transportation for a crowd is a breeze when you have access to the widest selection of bus types in Polk County! Smaller executive groups and families flying into Ankeny Regional Airport off SE Convenience Blvd love booking a sprinter van with a driver or an 18-passenger minibus with overhead storage bins for carry-on bags. Mid-sized groups heading down I-35 and I-235 can stretch out in a 25-passenger minibus or 35-passenger minibus equipped with WiFi and power outlets to track flight updates and recharge devices. Bringing a college athletics roster or a big tour group with a week's worth of heavy suitcases? A full-size 56-passenger charter bus gives you massive undercarriage luggage bays, reclining seats, climate control, and an onboard restroom! You can even rent a 15- to 50-passenger party bus with wraparound leather seating, color-changing LED lighting, and a Bluetooth sound system to kick off a bachelorette getaway the second you clear baggage claim!
*Photos and vehicles shown above are examples of typical bus types and may not be the exact make or model offered for your trip. We are a bus rental comparison website—not a transportation company—and do not own or operate vehicles, so you're never stuck with whatever one single fleet has parked in its lot! Fill out the (no account needed!) or call 515-416-9533 any day of the year to compare current vehicle options, photos, live availability, and pricing from one of the largest networks of independent bus companies, and confirm your exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Ankeny Airport Shuttles at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
With Ankenycharterbuscompany.com, you can take the stress out of terminal traffic at Des Moines International Airport (DSM), located just 25 minutes south of Ankeny via I-35 S, I-235 W, and MLK Jr Pkwy! Instead of splitting your group into eight expensive rideshares or hauling heavy luggage across remote economy lots, your private shuttle drops everyone off together right along the commercial terminal loop Drive curb outside Ticketing. For arrivals, remember that DSM strictly prohibits curbside idling—so make sure your entire group has grabbed their bags from Level 1 Baggage Claim before texting your driver to pull up from the commercial staging area on Fleur Drive or the cell phone waiting lot near the entrance! We also coordinate quick private charter hops at Ankeny Regional Airport (IKV) right by the Exec 1 Aviation FBO terminal, plus long-distance group transfers up I-35 and I-80 to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) in Cedar Rapids or Eppley Airfield (OMA) in Omaha!
Last-Minute & Pre-Booked Layover Bus Rentals
Because Ankenycharterbuscompany.com taps into a statewide network of independent operators rather than a single local fleet, airlines and travel coordinators can secure emergency, same-day group transportation services in minutes! We can dispatch a single minibus or a fleet of 10+ motorcoaches to shuttle displaced flyers from DSM straight up I-35 to Ankeny hotels along SE Oralabor Road and Delaware Avenue, including the Courtyard by Marriott Ankeny and the Residence Inn Des Moines Ankeny in The District at Prairie Trail. Planning a scheduled overnight layover for a student tour or military unit? Book a pre-arranged hourly, one-way, or round-trip package online in under 30 seconds! Need a quick one-way transfer that's shorter than the standard hourly minimum? Call (515) 416-9533 to ask the 365-day support team about custom below-minimum deals!
Airline Employee Transportation Services
You'll love how easy it is to keep flight crews, pilots, and ground staff moving on schedule with a dedicated employee shuttle service in Ankeny! Whether you need a recurring daily loop between off-site parking lots and the DSM terminals or rotating shift transfers from crew hotels in Des Moines, West Des Moines, Urbandale, and Ankeny, the team builds custom packages that run like clockwork. Flight crews can relax in climate-controlled cabins with reclining seats, dark window shades to catch a quick nap between legs, onboard WiFi for checking flight manifests, and dedicated luggage space for rollaboard bags. Give our long-term shuttle specialists a call any day of the year at (515) 416-9533 to lock in a daily, monthly, or year-round contract tailored to YOUR airline's roster!
Tour Buses for Long Layovers in Ankeny
Compare hourly and full-day packages on Ankenycharterbuscompany.com to turn a long six-hour layover into a memorable sightseeing outing around Ankeny and the Des Moines metro! Instead of sitting at the airport terminal all afternoon, your group can store all their carry-on bags securely onboard a private private event charter bus while your driver navigates Oralabor Road and SW State Street. Have your driver drop everyone off in The District at Prairie Trail to grab craft brews at Barn Town Brewing, enjoy dinner at Fong's Pizza or Jethro's BBQ Lakehouse, and stroll the plaza while the bus stages out of the way. Want to explore further? Your bus can easily zip your group to Uptown Ankeny by the High Trestle Trail trailhead, or stop by the Iowa State Capitol and Pappajohn Sculpture Park in Downtown Des Moines on the way back to your gate!
Our Pricing & Packages
How Much Does Airport Transportation in Ankeny Cost?
| Common Ankeny Airport Route | Distance / Drive Time | Sprinter Van (11–14 Pass.)* | Minibus (15–35 Pass.)* | 56-Passenger Charter Bus* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ankeny ↔ Des Moines International Airport (DSM) | ~16–18 miles (20–25 min) | $380–$746+ | $360–$740+ | $410–$770+ |
| Ankeny ↔ Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) / Cedar Rapids | ~115–120 miles (2 hr – 2 hr 10 min) | $760–$1,865+ | $720–$1,850+ | $820–$1,925+ |
| Ankeny ↔ Eppley Airfield (OMA) / Omaha | ~140–150 miles (2 hr 15 min – 2 hr 45 min) | $950–$2,238+ | $900–$2,220+ | $1,025–$2,310+ |
| Hourly rate (weekdays / weekends) | 2- to 5-hour minimum* | $190–$373+ / $218–$466+ | $180–$370+ / $180–$385+ | $205–$385+ / $225–$410+ |
*Planning estimates from the independent bus companies in the network, not a quote for your date. Each route is figured from weekday hourly rates for the bus's drive there and back, rounded up to whole hours, with the 2-hour minimum. Your exact price depends on your travel date, passenger and luggage count, and the bus you pick. Standard minimums: 2 hours Monday through Wednesday or earlier in the day, 3 hours or more after 5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and up to 5 hours on the busiest dates. These are just standard minimums. Call us and we can often set up less time, a one-way, split time or a custom package. Outside trip costs like and parking are paid separately. Call (515) 416-9533 any day of the year for a custom airport transfer package!
Frequently Asked Questions About Ankeny Airport Transfers
Not sure what you need? Let us help! Just call us at (515) 416-9533, every single day of the year.
Contact usWhat is Ankenycharterbuscompany.com and do you own the airport shuttles?
Ankenycharterbuscompany.com is a bus rental comparison website, not a local bus company—and that is the whole point! Because we don't own or operate any vehicles, you're never stuck with whatever one single company happens to have parked in its lot on your flight date. Instead, you fill out one quick form to compare party buses, minibuses, charter buses, and sprinter vans from one of the largest networks of independent bus companies in Ankeny and all of Iowa. You book online through one of America's largest national booking platforms, and a local operator supplies the bus for your airport transfer!
How quickly can I get an airport shuttle quote in Ankeny?
You can see live availability, vehicle photos, and Ankeny bus prices in under 30 seconds by filling out our quick online form—with no account needed! You'll also receive a copy of your quote by text and email so it's super easy to review with your travel group. If you need a custom multi-stop package or a below-minimum one-way transfer, call (515) 416-9533 any day of the year!
What happens if our flight into Des Moines International Airport is delayed?
Travel plans change, and the 365-day support team is here to help you roll with the punches! Just provide your airline and flight number when you book, and keep in touch with your driver or call (515) 416-9533 as soon as you learn about a delay. After you reserve your vehicle on the national booking platform, our confirmation department calls to verify every detail of your pickup so your driver knows exactly when and where to meet you!
How much luggage can we bring on an Ankeny airport bus rental?
It depends on the vehicle you choose from our network! A full-size 56-passenger charter bus features massive underneath luggage bays that easily hold one large checked suitcase per passenger, plus overhead racks inside the cabin for carry-on bags, golf clubs, or sports team gear. If you book a 15- to 35-passenger minibus or a sprinter van for a lighter trip, you'll have rear storage or overhead compartments ideal for smaller bags and briefcases. Just mention your luggage needs when calling (515) 416-9533 and we'll match you with the right bus!
Can we book a same-day bus rental for an emergency layover or flight cancellation?
Yes, absolutely! Because Ankenycharterbuscompany.com connects you with a massive network of independent bus companies across Ankeny, Ames, and Greater Des Moines, we can arrange same-day airport shuttles even at the last minute. Whether you need one minibus for a stranded corporate team or several full-size motorcoaches for a canceled flight at DSM, call (515) 416-9533 24/7 and a live specialist will get your group moving fast. Yes, it really is that easy!
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Forget the hassle of calling company after company, paying surge-priced rideshare rates, or splitting your group across multiple rental cars on I-35! With Ankenycharterbuscompany.com, you can compare party buses, minibuses, charter buses, and sprinter vans from a premier network of independent bus companies serving Ankeny, the cities around it, and all of Iowa. Fill out one quick form right now to see pictures and online pricing in under 30 seconds, with no account needed and a copy sent straight to your text and email. Need a custom multi-day itinerary, a quick one-way transfer, or a last-minute ride for today? You can call us 365 days a year at (515) 416-9533 to offer our best deals and confirm every stop on your trip. Choose the bus that works for YOUR group and book your Ankeny airport shuttle today!