What is the cheapest way to get from Ankeny to Bloomington?

The cheapest way to get from Ankeny to Bloomington is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ankeny to Bloomington?

The fastest way to get from Ankeny to Bloomington is to fly which takes 3h 2m and costs $120 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Ankeny and Bloomington?

No, there is no direct bus from Ankeny to Bloomington station. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at MOA Transit Station Gate C via Union Depot & Sibley Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Ankeny to Bloomington?

The distance between Ankeny and Bloomington is 253 miles. The road distance is 226.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ankeny to Bloomington without a car?

The best way to get from Ankeny to Bloomington without a car is to bus via Ames which takes 5h 20m and costs $110 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Ankeny to Bloomington?

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Ankeny to Bloomington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ankeny to Bloomington bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Ankeny to Bloomington?

The best way to get from Ankeny to Bloomington is to fly which takes 3h 2m and costs $120 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus via Ames, which costs $110 - $150 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Ankeny to Bloomington bus arrive?

Ankeny to Bloomington bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at St. Paul station.

Can I drive from Ankeny to Bloomington?

Yes, the driving distance between Ankeny to Bloomington is 227 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Ankeny to Bloomington.

Where can I stay near Bloomington?

There are 527+ hotels available in Bloomington.

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There are 5 ways to get from Ankeny to Bloomington by plane, bus, car, bus (Greyhound), or shuttle

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane DSM - MSP
3h 2m
$124–741
Drive 225.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ankeny to Bloomingtoncar 225.4 mi
3h 39m
$42–60
Bus via Ames
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. Paulbus Jefferson Lines 802 / ...
5h 20m
$112–148
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0156
7h 12m
$56–101
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
2. Take the bus from Ames to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 802 / ...
8h 6m
$184–467

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

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1h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 251.5 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Ankeny, IA, USA and Bloomington, MN, USA?

Delta flies from Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Ames to St. Paul twice daily. Tickets cost $55–80 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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