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How to Travel from

Madison to Ames

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Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Dane County Regional Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$760.87
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$326.09
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Waterloo
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$358.70–$456.52

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Dane County Regional Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$413.04

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Dane County Regional Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.39–$760.87
Plane from Dane County Regional Airport to Fort
Ave. Duration:
6h 26m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$706.52
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$260.87
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fort
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$489.13

Land to Air Express

Phone:
(888) 736-9190
Website:
landtoairexpress.com
Bus from Rochester, MN - stop 205, 6th St SW to Albert
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.91–$14.13

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Madison to Minneapolis
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.83–$81.52

Jefferson Lines

Phone:
+1-858-800-8898
Website:
jeffersonlines.com/
Bus from Burnsville to Ames
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$38.04–$92.39
Bus from Madison to Minneapolis
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.65–$119.57
Bus from Minneapolis to Ames
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.13–$97.83
Bus from Madison to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.13–$97.83
Bus from Albert Lea to Ames
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.26–$70.65

Vangalder Bus

Phone:
+1 608-752-5407
Website:
coachusa.com/van-galder-bus-company
Bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to O'Hare
Ave. Duration:
3h 16m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$18.48–$38.04

Badger Bus

Phone:
+1 414-266-4409
Website:
badgerbus.com
Bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mall
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$54.35–$76.09

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Madison to Ames?

The cheapest way to get from Madison to Ames is to drive which costs $48.91 - $76.09 and takes 4h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madison to Ames?

The fastest way to get from Madison to Ames is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs $48.91 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Madison and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Madison to Ames. However, there are services departing from Madison, WI-Lake St. and arriving at Ames via American & Thunderbird Station, Mall of America Transit Station Gate F and Burnsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 12m.

How far is it from Madison to Ames?

The distance between Madison and Ames is 474 km. The road distance is 444.7 km.

How do I travel from Madison to Ames without a car?

The best way to get from Madison to Ames without a car is to bus via Burnsville which takes 10h 12m and costs $97.83 - $173.91 .

How long does it take to get from Madison to Ames?

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Madison to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madison to Ames bus from?

Madison to Ames bus services, operated by Badger Bus, depart from Madison, WI-Lake St. station.

Bus or fly from Madison to Ames?

The best way to get from Madison to Ames is to fly which takes 6h 3m and costs $206.52 - $543.48 . Alternatively, you can bus via Burnsville, which costs $97.83 - $173.91 and takes 10h 12m.

Where does the Madison to Ames bus arrive?

Madison to Ames bus services, operated by Badger Bus, arrive at Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomington station.

Can I drive from Madison to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Madison to Ames is 445 km. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Madison to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 37+ hotels available in Ames. Prices start at $53.61 per night.
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