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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Fargo is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 7h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Fargo is to shuttle and fly which takes 5h 14m and costs $180 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Fargo?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Fargo. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Fargo via Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Ames to Fargo?

The distance between Ames and Fargo is 452 miles. The road distance is 448.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Fargo without a car is to bus which takes 9h 45m and costs $40 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Ames to Fargo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Fargo bus from?

Ames to Fargo bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Ames station.

Where does the Ames to Fargo bus arrive?

Ames to Fargo bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Minneapolis station.

Can I drive from Ames to Fargo?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Fargo is 448 miles. It takes approximately 7h 18m to drive from Ames to Fargo.

Where can I stay near Fargo?

There are 74+ hotels available in Fargo.

Ames to Fargo - 5 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ames to Fargo by shuttle, plane, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Shuttle to Des Moines, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Hector International Airport (FAR)plane DSM - FAR
5h 14m
$189–805
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ames to Minneapolisbus Jefferson 802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Fargobus Jefferson 931 / ...
9h 45m
$43–199
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. Paulbus Jefferson 802
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Fargo Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Builder
10h 5m
$56–176
Drive 445.6 mi
1. Drive from Ames to Fargocar 445.6 mi
7h 18m
$82–118
Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Ames to MSP Airportbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Hector International Airport (FAR)plane MSP - FAR
6h 12m
$82–478

Ames to Fargo by bus and train

7Weekly Services

10h 5mAverage Duration

$56Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 449.4 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Fargo, ND, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Fargo via Minneapolis in around 9h 45m.

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