Shipping containers for sale in Ames, IA
The closest stocked market to Ames is Omaha, NE, about 128 miles away, with 224 containers from $1,950 pickup.
Inventory and prices updated November 3, 2026. Distances are straight-line estimates.
In stock near Ames today
Available in Omaha, NE. See every size, grade and price.
| Container | In stock | Grades | From (pickup) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40ft High Cube | 109 | New (One-Trip), IICL, Cargo Worthy (CW) | $2,200 |
| 20ft Standard | 50 | New (One-Trip), Cargo Worthy (CW) | $1,950 |
| 40ft Standard | 35 | Cargo Worthy (CW) | $2,150 |
| 20ft Standard Full Open Side | 11 | New (One-Trip) | $5,650 |
| 40ft High Cube Full Open Side | 10 | New (One-Trip) | $14,900 |
| All other sizes and types | 9 | See all grades | See prices |
Closest markets to Ames compared
| Market | Distance | Containers | Lowest 20ft | Lowest 40ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha, NE inventory | About 128 mi | 224 | $1,950 | $2,150 |
| Kansas City, MO inventory | About 203 mi | 16 | $1,450 | None |
| Minneapolis, MN inventory | About 207 mi | 402 | $1,900 | $2,100 |
Grades in Omaha, NE today: 125 New (One-Trip), 11 IICL, 88 Cargo Worthy (CW). What each grade means.
Delivery to Ames
At about 128 miles, a delivery from Omaha, NE to Ames is a longer regional trip, so trucking becomes a noticeable part of the total.
Ames is in Story County, Iowa. Before delivery, see what your site needs.
Questions about containers in Ames
How far is the nearest stocked market to Ames?
Omaha, NE is the closest, about 128 miles from Ames. The next closest are Kansas City, MO (about 203 miles) and Minneapolis, MN (about 207 miles).
What is the cheapest container near Ames?
As of November 3, 2026, the lowest pickup price in the closest markets is $1,450 for a 20ft Standard in Cargo Worthy (CW) grade, in Kansas City, MO.
Which container sizes have the most stock near Ames?
In Omaha, NE: 109 40ft High Cube, 50 20ft Standard, 35 40ft Standard.
Can I get a 40ft High Cube near Ames?
Yes. Omaha, NE, about 128 miles away, has 109 40ft High Cube containers from $2,200 pickup.
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