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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Bemidji is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 7h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Bemidji is to shuttle and fly which takes 5h 7m and costs $160 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Bemidji?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Bemidji. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Bemidji via Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 50m.

How far is it from Ames to Bemidji?

The distance between Ames and Bemidji is 465 miles. The road distance is 429.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Bemidji without a car is to bus which takes 10h 50m and costs $110 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Ames to Bemidji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Bemidji bus from?

Ames to Bemidji bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Ames station.

Where does the Ames to Bemidji bus arrive?

Ames to Bemidji bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Minneapolis station.

Can I drive from Ames to Bemidji?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Bemidji is 429 miles. It takes approximately 7h 39m to drive from Ames to Bemidji.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ames to Bemidji?

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Where can I stay near Bemidji?

There are 14+ hotels available in Bemidji.

Ames to Bemidji - 3 ways to travel via shuttle, plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ames to Bemidji by shuttle, plane, bus, or car

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Shuttle, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Bemidji-Beltrami County Airport (BJI)plane DSM - BJI
5h 7m
$163–634
Drive 426.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Bemidjicar 426.8 mi
7h 39m
$78–113
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Bemidjibus Jefferson Lines 927
10h 50m
$115–168

Ames to Bemidji by bus

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10h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 462.4 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Bemidji, MN, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Bemidji via Minneapolis in around 10h 50m.

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