What is the cheapest way to get from Saint Cloud to Ames?

The cheapest way to get from Saint Cloud to Ames is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 4h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saint Cloud to Ames?

The fastest way to get from Saint Cloud to Ames is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Saint Cloud and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Saint Cloud to Ames. However, there are services departing from Saint Cloud and arriving at Ames via St. Paul. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Saint Cloud to Ames?

The distance between Saint Cloud and Ames is 297 miles. The road distance is 279.9 miles.

How do I travel from Saint Cloud to Ames without a car?

The best way to get from Saint Cloud to Ames without a car is to bus which takes 7h 5m and costs $65 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Saint Cloud to Ames?

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Saint Cloud to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saint Cloud to Ames bus from?

Saint Cloud to Ames bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Saint Cloud station.

Where does the Saint Cloud to Ames bus arrive?

Saint Cloud to Ames bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Saint Paul Union Depot station.

Can I drive from Saint Cloud to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint Cloud to Ames is 280 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Saint Cloud to Ames.

How do I get a bus ticket from Saint Cloud to Ames?

Book your Saint Cloud to Ames bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 51+ hotels available in Ames.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Saint Cloud to Ames by bus (Flixbus), car, bus, plane, shuttle, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Saint Cloud to Saint Paul Union Depotbus FlixBus 2548
2. Take the bus from St. Paul to Amesbus Jefferson Lines 805
7h 5m
$65–101
Drive 278.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Saint Cloud to Amescar 278.2 mi
4h 37m
$51–74
Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly, shuttle
1. Take the bus from St. Cloud State University - Atwood Memorial Center 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
5h 14m
$155–740
Train, bus
1. Take the train from St. Cloud Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder
2. Take the bus from St. Paul to Amesbus Jefferson Lines 805
7h 11m
$75–128
Bus via Minneapolis Airport (MSP)
1. Take the bus from St. Cloud State University - Atwood Memorial Center to Minneapolis / St Paul Airportbus Groome Transportation
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis-St. Paul to Amesbus Jefferson Lines 803
7h 22m
$55–85
Bus to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport, fly, shuttle
1. Take the bus from St. Cloud to Brainerdbus
2. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane BRD - DSM
3. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
6h 49m
$201–751

Saint Cloud to Ames by bus

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7h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 295.2 mi
Duration: 7h 5m

What companies run services between Saint Cloud, MN, USA and Ames, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Saint Cloud to Ames via St. Paul in around 7h 5m.

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