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Ames to Minneapolis Coach Timetable
Coach from Ames to Minneapolis: Journey Information
There are 9 intercity coaches per day from Ames to Minneapolis. Traveling by coach from Ames to Minneapolis usually takes around 7 hours and 39 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines coach can make the trip in 3 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 204 mi (329 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 50m |
| Cheapest price | HUF 17,478.99 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Coach lines | 2 |
How much is a coach ticket from Ames to Minneapolis?
Bus tickets for a trip from Ames to Minneapolis cost HUF 20,030.25 on average. Tickets cheaper than HUF 20,030.25 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
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What coach companies travel from Ames to Minneapolis?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Ames to Minneapolis that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Jefferson Lines usually offers more choice, with 9 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 9 | 7h 42m | HUF 20,121.01 |
| Tornado Bus | 1 | 4h 51m | HUF 52,100.84 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Ames to Minneapolis from HUF 17,479. There are 9 Jefferson Lines schedules from Ames to Minneapolis and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Minneapolis. In Ames, Jefferson Lines departs to Minneapolis from Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave and no other station. In Minneapolis, Jefferson Lines arrives at University of Minnesota (Huron Blvd at 2428 Delaware St SE) and 3 other stations.
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Ames to Minneapolis takes 7 hours and 42 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Minneapolis in 3 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 4 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Minneapolis.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Ames to Minneapolis
The coach takes an average of 7 hours and 39 minutes to cover the 204 miles from Ames to Minneapolis. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for coach travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week.
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 12:00. To see the times for all coaches from Ames to Minneapolis, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Minneapolis
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Situated along the bank of the Mississippi River in Minnesota, Minneapolis is one of the biggest and most exciting cities to visit in the Midwest. It is home to the Chain of Lakes, where you can swim, fish, boat and even bike or walk along the lakeside trails. It’s no wonder Minneapolis is among the top 10 cities in the U.S. for outdoor activities!
Although it's known as the City of Lakes, Minneapolis has a lot more to offer than gorgeous lakes, wetlands, and waterfalls. Shopaholics can spend days getting lost in the Mall of America, which boasts over 500 stores and an indoor theme park. If you're visiting Minneapolis on a romantic vacation, Minneapolis' bustling theater district offers excellent date nights from dozens of theater companies. Or, for a less musical and more brews-ical date option, head to one of 62 top-rated breweries in the #2 best city in America for craft beer.
Minneapolis can be visited in any season, but keep in mind that it becomes a frigid, snowy destination in the winter. January hovers around 0° Fahrenheit, but it's worth bundling up to enjoy the St. Paul Winter Carnival, or hockey and ice skating on any of the 13 lakes in the city. Have we mentioned how great the lakes are?
If you're visiting both of the Twin Cities, you can take public transport from downtown Minneapolis to Saint Paul in about 30 minutes. Public transit also connects downtown to the Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport. Thanks to bus stations throughout Minneapolis, traveling by bus is the easiest way to arrive directly in the middle of the action and begin your adventure.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Ames?
Main departure station: Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
Ames has two coach stations with service to Minneapolis.
All coach stations in Ames:
Intermodal Station - 129 Hayward Ave
Phillips 66 Gas Station
Where does the coach arrive in Minneapolis?
Main arrival station: University of Minnesota (Huron Blvd at 2428 Delaware St SE)
Coaches arrive in Minneapolis at 5 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Minneapolis:
University of Minnesota (Huron Blvd at 2428 Delaware St SE)
516 2nd Ave North
Minneapolis-St Paul Airport
1 Veterans Drive
Tienda La Mexicana (MN)
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