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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Marquette is to drive which costs $95 - $140 and takes 10h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Marquette is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 56m and costs $190 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Marquette?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Marquette. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Marquette via Minneapolis Bus Station, Green Bay and Escanaba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 56m.

How far is it from Ames to Marquette?

The distance between Ames and Marquette is 516 miles. The road distance is 572 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Marquette without a car is to bus which takes 17h 56m and costs $150 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Ames to Marquette, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Marquette bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Marquette bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ames and Marquette?

Marquette is 1h ahead of Ames. It is currently 10:40 PM in Ames and 11:40 PM in Marquette.

Can I drive from Ames to Marquette?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Marquette is 572 miles. It takes approximately 10h 59m to drive from Ames to Marquette.

Where can I stay near Marquette?

There are 27+ hotels available in Marquette.

Ames to Marquette - 8 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Ames to Marquette by shuttle, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Sawyer International Airport
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 Sawyer International Airport (MQT)plane DSM - MQT
6h 56m
$197–635
Drive 568.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Marquettecar 568.7 mi
10h 59m
$98–141
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to Minneapolisbus
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Green Bay Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Green Bay to Escanababus
4. Take the bus from Escanaba to Marquettebus
17h 56m
$157–250
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Delta County Airport, drive
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Delta County Airport (ESC)plane DSM - ESC
3. Drive from Delta County Airport (ESC) to Marquettecar
7h 39m
$153–577
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Houghton County Memorial Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX)plane DSM - CMX
3. Take the bus from Houghton to Marquettebus
9h 27m
$211–668
Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly to Sawyer International Airport
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. Paulbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Sawyer International Airport (MQT)plane MSP - MQT
7h 21m
$170–548
Bus via Duluth
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. Paulbus
2. Take the bus from St. Paul to Duluthbus
3. Take the bus from Duluth to Ironwoodbus
4. Take the bus from Ironwood to Escanababus
5. Take the bus from Escanaba to Marquettebus
18h 1m
$174–282
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. Paulbus
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Milwaukeetrain
3. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Escanababus
4. Take the bus from Escanaba to Marquettebus
19h 34m
$290–477

Des Moines (DSM) to Sawyer International Airport (MQT) flights

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5h 31mAverage Duration

$67Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ames to Marquette.

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Distance: 513.4 mi
Duration: 6h 56m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Marquette, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Marquette via Minneapolis Bus Station, Green Bay, Escanaba, and Marquette in around 17h 56m.

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