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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Minnetonka is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Minnetonka is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Minnetonka?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Minnetonka. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Burnsville via Clear Lake Jct.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Ames to Minnetonka?

The distance between Ames and Minnetonka is 226 miles. The road distance is 219.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Minnetonka without a car is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs $120 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Ames to Minnetonka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Minnetonka bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Minnetonka bus arrive?

Ames to Minnetonka bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Clear Lake Jct. station.

Can I drive from Ames to Minnetonka?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Minnetonka is 219 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Ames to Minnetonka.

Where can I stay near Minnetonka?

There are 440+ hotels available in Minnetonka.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ames to Clear Lake Jct.bus Jefferson 802
2. Take the bus from Clear Lake Jct. to Burnsvillebus Jefferson 802
4h 30m
$121–167
Drive 217.8 mi
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1. Drive from Ames to Minnetonkacar 217.8 mi
3h 36m
$40–58
Shuttle, fly, line 667 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 Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane DSM - MSP
3. Take the bus from Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group B to Co Rd 101 & Hutchins Drbus
5h 8m
$161–745

Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) flights

27Weekly Planes

1h 14mAverage Duration

$79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Ames to Minnetonka via Clear Lake Jct. and Burnsville in around 4h 30m.

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