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

The cheapest way to get from Marquette to Ames is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 11h.

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

The fastest way to get from Marquette to Ames is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 34m and costs $220 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Marquette and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Marquette to Ames. However, there are services departing from Marquette, MI and arriving at Ames via Green Bay Transit Center and Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 31m.

How far is it from Marquette to Ames?

The distance between Marquette and Ames is 516 miles. The road distance is 572.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Marquette to Ames without a car is to bus which takes 18h 31m and costs $140 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Marquette to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Marquette to Ames bus from?

Marquette to Ames bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Marquette, MI station.

Where does the Marquette to Ames bus arrive?

Marquette to Ames bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Green Bay, WI - Transit station.

What is the time difference between Marquette and Ames?

Ames is 1h behind Marquette. It is currently 12:41 AM in Marquette and 11:41 PM in Ames.

Can I drive from Marquette to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Marquette to Ames is 573 miles. It takes approximately 11h to drive from Marquette to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 52+ hotels available in Ames.

Marquette to Ames - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Marquette to Ames by plane, shuttle, bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or train

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Fly from Sawyer International Airport, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Sawyer International Airport (MQT) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MQT - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
6h 34m
$226–801
Drive 569.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Marquette to Amescar 569.5 mi
11h
$104–151
Bus
1. Take the bus from Marquette, MI to Green Bay, WI - Transitbus
2. Take the bus from Green Bay Transit Center to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Amesbus
18h 31m
$140–232
Bus to Delta County Airport, fly, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Marquette, MI to Escanababus
2. Fly from Delta County Airport (ESC) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ESC - DSM
3. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
8h 8m
$229–817
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Marquette, MI to Escanababus
2. Take the bus from Escanaba to Milwaukeebus
3. Take the train from Milwaukee to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain
4. Take the bus from St. Paul to Amesbus
19h 53m
$203–401
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Marquette, MI to Green Bay, WI - Transitbus
2. Take the bus from Green Bay station to La Crosse Grand River Stationbus
3. Take the bus from La Crosse to Rochesterbus
4. Take a shuttle bus from Rochester Sinclair to Owatonna, MNshuttle
5. Take the bus from Owatonna to Amesbus
20h 46m
$157–261

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

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7h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 513.1 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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

You can take a vehicle from Marquette to Ames via Marquette, MI, Green Bay Transit Center, and Minneapolis in around 18h 31m.

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