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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Mankato is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Mankato is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Mankato?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Mankato. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Mankato via Owatonna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Ames to Mankato?

The distance between Ames and Mankato is 200 miles. The road distance is 161.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Mankato without a car is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $50 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Ames to Mankato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Mankato bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Mankato bus arrive?

Ames to Mankato bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Owatonna station.

Can I drive from Ames to Mankato?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Mankato is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Ames to Mankato.

Where can I stay near Mankato?

There are 28+ hotels available in Mankato.

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There are 4 ways to get from Ames to Mankato by bus, car, shuttle, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ames to Owatonnabus Jefferson Lines 802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Owatonna to Mankatobus Lta 238
4h 45m
$51–101
Drive 160.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Mankatocar 160.9 mi
3h 21m
$30–43
Shuttle, fly, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane DSM - MSP
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis-St. Paul to Mankatobus
5h 51m
$163–730
Bus via Mankato
1. Take the bus from Ames to Owatonnabus Jefferson Lines 802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Owatonna to Mankatobus Lta 236 / ...
4h 50m
$51–101

Ames to Mankato by bus

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4h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 199.1 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Mankato, MN, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Mankato via Owatonna in around 4h 45m.

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