Bus Tickets from Ames, IA to Minneapolis, MN

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: February 24 at
    Departure city: Ames
    Departure location: Ames
    Arrival time: February 24 at
    Destination city: Minneapolis
    Destination location: Minneapolis
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: February 24 at
    Departure city: Ames
    Departure location: Ames
    Arrival time: February 24 at
    Destination city: Minneapolis
    Destination location: Minneapolis
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: February 24 at
    Departure city: Ames
    Departure location: Ames
    Arrival time: February 24 at
    Destination city: Minneapolis
    Destination location: Minneapolis
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: February 24 at
    Departure city: Ames
    Departure location: Ames
    Arrival time: February 24 at
    Destination city: Minneapolis
    Destination location: Minneapolis
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: February 24 at
    Departure city: Ames
    Departure location: Ames
    Arrival time: February 24 at
    Destination city: Minneapolis
    Destination location: Minneapolis
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Ames to Minneapolis: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$112
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 25m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure12:15am
Distance331 km
Latest bus departure12:55pm

Ames to Minneapolis Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Ames - Minneapolis

  1. How long is the trip from Ames to Minneapolis by bus?

    The trip from Ames to Minneapolis will take on average 5h 25m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Minneapolis in 4h 15m

  2. What is the travel distance from Ames to Minneapolis?

    It's about 330 km (205 miles) from Ames to Minneapolis.

  3. How many buses make the trip between Ames and Minneapolis each day?

    You can expect around 4 buses plying this route, provided by Jefferson Lines.

  4. What time does the first bus depart from Ames to Minneapolis, and when is the last one?

    You can catch the first bus starting at 12:15am and the last one until 12:55pm. If you want a smooth trip, it's a good idea to arrive at the station early to check-in.

  5. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Ames to Minneapolis?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Intermodal Facility, in Ames, and end it at Minneapolis International Airport, in Minneapolis.

  6. What is the cheapest way to travel from Ames to Minneapolis?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Ames to Minneapolis. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$112, making this your best choice for this trip.

  7. How much does the bus ticket cost from Ames to Minneapolis?

    Taking the bus from Ames to Minneapolis costs on average US$112.

  8. Is there an overnight bus from Ames to Minneapolis?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Ames until 12:55pm and reaching Minneapolis on the following day.

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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ames to Minneapolis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$52 to US$109 for a bus ticket from Ames to Minneapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$52 which is on 2025-02-24.

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Did you know?

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