What's the distance between Minneapolis and Ames by coach?

The distance between Minneapolis and Ames by coach is approximately 205 miles (330 km).

How can I get from Minneapolis to Ames without driving?

The best way to go from Minneapolis to Ames without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Minneapolis to Ames from £41 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Minneapolis to Ames on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:05	Minneapolis	4h 10m	22:15	Ames	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:05	Minneapolis	4h 55m	17:00	Ames	No tags
Bus	12:35	MSP Airport T1 (Minneapolis International Airport)	4h 25m	17:00	Ames	No tags
Bus	15:50	MSP Airport T1 (Minneapolis International Airport)	6h 25m	22:15	Ames	No tags
Bus	11:25	MSP Airport T1 (Minneapolis International Airport)	10h 50m	22:15	Ames	No tags

Next departures from Minneapolis to Ames on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:30	Lake St & Bloomington Ave	3h 20m	13:50	Gas Station Phillips 66	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 21:38 CST.

Get from Minneapolis to Ames

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just £42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

5h 55mAverage duration

199 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

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

Compare bus companies

Jefferson Lines

4/5759 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4

WiFi3.2

Based on 759 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Jefferson Lines ticket prices on this trip start at £42

Jefferson Lines Minneapolis Ames recent customer reviews

Keep your buses clean please. It was very dirty and unsatisfying.

Kanan M.

7 October 2019

On time and responsible. In one word GREAT!

Ali A.

27 August 2019

WiFi not allow me to connect

Qianli Z.

11 August 2019

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Minneapolis to Ames, IA, US

What's the distance between Minneapolis and Ames by coach?
The distance between Minneapolis and Ames by coach is approximately 205 miles (330 km).
How can I get from Minneapolis to Ames without driving?
The best way to go from Minneapolis to Ames without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

18/11

£122

19/11

£122

Today

£122

21/11

£41

22/11

£138

23/11

£138

24/11

No data

25/11

£41

The cheapest trip from Minneapolis to Ames, IA, US was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of £41

To 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 £41 to £138 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 £41, which is on 2025-11-21.