What is the cheapest way to get from Ames to Saint Paul?

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Saint Paul is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ames to Saint Paul?

The fastest way to get from Ames to Saint Paul is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Saint Paul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ames and arriving at St. Paul. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Ames to Saint Paul?

The distance between Ames and Saint Paul is 228 miles. The road distance is 216 miles.

How do I travel from Ames to Saint Paul without a car?

The best way to get from Ames to Saint Paul without a car is to bus which takes 4h 5m and costs $55 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Ames to Saint Paul?

The bus from Ames to St. Paul takes 4h 5m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Ames to Saint Paul bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Saint Paul bus arrive?

Ames to Saint Paul bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at St. Paul station.

Can I drive from Ames to Saint Paul?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Saint Paul is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Ames to Saint Paul.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ames to Saint Paul?

Book your Ames to Saint Paul bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Saint Paul?

There are 502+ hotels available in Saint Paul.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. Paulbus Jefferson 802
4h 5m
$55–85
Drive 214.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Saint Paulcar 214.8 mi
3h 31m
$40–57
Shuttle, fly
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
3h 35m
$164–743

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

27Weekly Planes

1h 14mAverage Duration

$83Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.3 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Ames to St. Paul once daily. Tickets cost $55–85 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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