What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Pleasant to Ames?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Pleasant to Ames is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Pleasant to Ames?

The fastest way to get from Mount Pleasant to Ames is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs $29 - $45.

How far is it from Mount Pleasant to Ames?

The distance between Mount Pleasant and Ames is 163 miles. The road distance is 163.8 miles.

How do I travel from Mount Pleasant to Ames without a car?

The best way to get from Mount Pleasant to Ames without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 3h 27m and costs $240 - $320.

How long does it take to get from Mount Pleasant to Ames?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Mount Pleasant to Ames, including transfers.

Can I drive from Mount Pleasant to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Pleasant to Ames is 164 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Mount Pleasant to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 47+ hotels available in Ames.

Mount Pleasant to Ames - 4 ways to travel via taxi, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Mount Pleasant to Ames by taxi, bus, car, or shuttle

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Mount Pleasant to Ottumwa Bus Stoptaxi
2. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the taxi from Des Moines to Amestaxi
3h 27m
$249–313
Drive 162.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mount Pleasant to Amescar 162.9 mi
2h 59m
$30–43
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Mount Pleasant to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0153S
2. Take the taxi from Des Moines to Amestaxi
5h 1m
$106–158
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Mount Pleasant to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0153S
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
5h 51m
$144–291

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Distance: 161.9 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Mount Pleasant, IA, USA and Ames, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Mount Pleasant to Ames. However, you can take the taxi to Ottumwa Bus Stop, take the bus to Des Moines, then take the taxi to Ames. Alternatively, you can drive from Mount Pleasant to Ames in around 2h 59m.

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