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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Wausau is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 6h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Wausau is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 4m and costs $170 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Wausau?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Wausau. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Wausau Transit Center via Minneapolis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

How far is it from Ames to Wausau?

The distance between Ames and Wausau is 426 miles. The road distance is 369.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Wausau without a car is to bus which takes 9h 35m and costs $90 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 9h 35m to get from Ames to Wausau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Wausau bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Wausau bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ames to Wausau?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Wausau is 370 miles. It takes approximately 6h 39m to drive from Ames to Wausau.

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

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Where can I stay near Wausau?

There are 36+ hotels available in Wausau.

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There are 4 ways to get from Ames to Wausau by bus (Greyhound), car, shuttle, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ames to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Wausau Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0150S
9h 35m
$90–138
Drive 367.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Wausaucar 367.8 mi
6h 39m
$68–97
Shuttle, fly to Central Wisconsin Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA)plane DSM - CWA
6h 4m
$175–648
Shuttle, fly to Rhinelander, 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 Rhinelander (RHI)plane DSM - RHI
3. Drive from Rhinelander (RHI) to Wausaucar
7h 50m
$162–645

Ames to Wausau by bus

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9h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 423.9 mi
Duration: 9h 35m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Wausau, WI, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Wausau Transit Center via Minneapolis Bus Station in around 9h 35m.

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