What is the cheapest way to get from Ames to Maple Grove?

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Maple Grove is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ames to Maple Grove?

The fastest way to get from Ames to Maple Grove is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Maple Grove?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Maple Grove station. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Maple Grove P&R & Transit Station via 3rd St S & Hennepin Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Ames to Maple Grove?

The distance between Ames and Maple Grove is 253 miles. The road distance is 227.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ames to Maple Grove without a car?

The best way to get from Ames to Maple Grove without a car is to bus which takes 5h 40m and costs $23 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Ames to Maple Grove?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Ames to Maple Grove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Maple Grove bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Maple Grove bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ames to Maple Grove?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Maple Grove is 228 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Ames to Maple Grove.

Where can I stay near Maple Grove?

There are 386+ hotels available in Maple Grove.

Ames to Maple Grove - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, shuttle, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Ames to Maple Grove by bus, car, shuttle, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ames to MinneapolisJefferson 802 / ...
5h 40m
$24–102
Drive 226.4 mi
1. Drive from Ames to Maple Grove226.4 mi
3h 41m
$42–60
Shuttle, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IA
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)DSM - MSP
4h 36m
$167–747

Ames to Maple Grove by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

5h 40mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 251.5 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

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

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Ames to Minneapolis twice daily. Tickets cost $21–100 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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