What is the cheapest way to get from River Falls to Ames?

The cheapest way to get from River Falls to Ames is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from River Falls to Ames?

The fastest way to get from River Falls to Ames is to drive which takes 4h and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between River Falls and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from River Falls to Ames. However, there are services departing from Hudson Park & Ride and arriving at Ames via MSP Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from River Falls to Ames?

The distance between River Falls and Ames is 251 miles. The road distance is 224.4 miles.

How do I travel from River Falls to Ames without a car?

The best way to get from River Falls to Ames without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 4h 41m and costs $180 - $230.

How long does it take to get from River Falls to Ames?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from River Falls to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the River Falls to Ames bus from?

River Falls to Ames bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, depart from Hudson Park & Ride station.

Where does the River Falls to Ames bus arrive?

River Falls to Ames bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, arrive at Minneapolis / St Paul Airport station.

Can I drive from River Falls to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between River Falls to Ames is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from River Falls to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 44+ hotels available in Ames.

River Falls to Ames - 4 ways to travel via taxi, bus, car, plane, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from River Falls to Ames by taxi, bus, car, plane, or shuttle

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from River Falls to Burnsvilletaxi
2. Take the bus from Burnsville to Amesbus Jefferson 801 / ...
4h 41m
$181–229
Drive 223.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from River Falls to Amescar 223.1 mi
4h
$41–59
Bus, fly, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Hudson Park & Ride to Minneapolis / St Paul Airportbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MSP - DSM
3. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
4h 32m
$224–809
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hudson Park & Ride to Minneapolis / St Paul Airportbus Groome Transportation
2. Take the bus from MSP Airport to Amesbus Jefferson 803
6h 53m
$119–154

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

27Weekly Planes

1h 14mAverage Duration

$83Cheapest Price

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Distance: 250 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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

You can take a vehicle from River Falls to Ames via Hudson Park & Ride, Minneapolis / St Paul Airport, and MSP Airport in around 6h 53m.

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