How far is Minneapolis from Ames?

The distance separating Minneapolis and Ames is 205 miles (330 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Minneapolis to Ames?

Most of the buses traveling from Minneapolis to Ames leave from Greyhound Station and arrive at Intermodal Facility. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Minneapolis to Ames from $52 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Minneapolis to Ames on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:05pm	Minneapolis	4h 10m	10:15pm	Ames	Cheapest
Bus	10:30am	Lake St & Bloomington Ave	3h 20m	1:50pm	Gas Station Phillips 66	Fastest
Bus	12:05pm	Minneapolis	4h 55m	5:00pm	Ames	No tags
Bus	12:35pm	MSP Airport T1 (Minneapolis International Airport)	4h 25m	5:00pm	Ames	No tags
Bus	3:50pm	MSP Airport T1 (Minneapolis International Airport)	6h 25m	10:15pm	Ames	No tags

Next departures for Minneapolis to Ames on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:30am	Lake St & Bloomington Ave	3h 20m	1:50pm	Gas Station Phillips 66	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 9:38 PM 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 $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

5h 55mAverage Duration

199 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Jefferson Lines

4/5759 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4

Wifi3.2

Founded in 1919, Jefferson Lines provides bus services across the Midwest in the US. Their buses have WiFi, USB plugs, bathrooms, reclining seats, reading lights and GPS tracking. Tickets are non-refundable, but you can change the date by paying a fee. Known for their affordable prices and convenient schedules, if you're looking to travel in the Midwest, Jefferson Lines is the way to go.

Jefferson Lines Minneapolis Ames recent customer reviews

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

Kanan M.

October 7, 2019

On time and responsible. In one word GREAT!

Ali A.

August 27, 2019

WiFi not allow me to connect

Qianli Z.

August 11, 2019

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.7

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $164 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Minneapolis and Ames?

Stops in Minneapolis

A - Greyhound Station

B - MSP Airport

Stops in Ames

A - Intermodal Facility

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

How far is Minneapolis from Ames?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Minneapolis to Ames?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/17

$155

11/18

$155

Today

$155

11/20

No data

11/21

$52

11/22

$175

11/23

$175

11/24

No data

The cheapest trip from Minneapolis to Ames, IA, US was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $52

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 $52 to $175 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 $52 which is on 2025-11-21.

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.