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

The cheapest way to get from Mount Vernon to Ames is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mount Vernon to Ames is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs $21 - $35.

How far is it from Mount Vernon to Ames?

The distance between Mount Vernon and Ames is 163 miles. The road distance is 117.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mount Vernon to Ames without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 3h 17m and costs $160 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Mount Vernon to Ames, including transfers.

Can I drive from Mount Vernon to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Vernon to Ames is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Mount Vernon to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 45+ hotels available in Ames.

Mount Vernon to Ames - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, and shuttle

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There are 3 ways to get from Mount Vernon to Ames by bus, taxi, car, or shuttle

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the taxi from Des Moines to Amestaxi
3h 17m
$162–216
Drive 116.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mount Vernon to Amescar 116.9 mi
2h 5m
$22–31
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
4h 7m
$200–349

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Distance: 162.1 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

There is no direct connection from Mount Vernon to Ames. However, you can take the taxi to Iowa City, take the bus to Des Moines, then take the taxi to Ames. Alternatively, you can drive from Mount Vernon to Ames in around 2h 5m.

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