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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Lake St & Bloomington Ave | Gas Station Phillips 66 | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 12:16 PM CST.
Get from Minneapolis to Ames
The journey takes about 5 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Minneapolis and Ames?
Stops in Minneapolis
- A
Greyhound Station
950 Hawthorne Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA - B
MSP Airport
Ground Transportation Center, Terminal 1, 6498 34th Ave S, St Paul, MN 55111, USA
Stops in Ames
- A
Intermodal Facility
129 Hayward Ave, Ames, IA 50014, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Minneapolis to Ames, IA, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Minneapolis to Ames?
The cheapest bus tickets from Minneapolis to Ames start from $76. The average price for this route is around $76. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Minneapolis to Ames?
The average bus travel time from Minneapolis to Ames is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 330 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 20m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Minneapolis to Ames route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines, Tornado Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Minneapolis to Ames?
The earliest bus departs from Minneapolis to Ames at 9:35am. And the latest bus departs at 9:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Minneapolis to Ames?
A bus trip from Minneapolis to Ames generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Minneapolis to Ames?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 759 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Minneapolis to Ames?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Minneapolis to Ames?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Minneapolis to Ames?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Minneapolis to Ames, IA, US was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $74To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Minneapolis to Ames, IA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $74 to $263 for a bus ticket from Minneapolis to Ames, IA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $74 which is on 2025-12-13.
Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
