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

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Milwaukee is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 6h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ames to Milwaukee is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 1m and costs $250 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Milwaukee?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Milwaukee station. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Milwaukee Intermodal Station via Saint Paul Union Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 35m.

How far is it from Ames to Milwaukee?

The distance between Ames and Milwaukee is 360 miles. The road distance is 345.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ames to Milwaukee without a car is to bus via Saint Paul which takes 10h 35m and costs $50 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Ames to Milwaukee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Milwaukee bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Milwaukee bus arrive?

Ames to Milwaukee bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at St. Paul station.

Can I drive from Ames to Milwaukee?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Milwaukee is 346 miles. It takes approximately 6h 12m to drive from Ames to Milwaukee.

Where can I stay near Milwaukee?

There are 262+ hotels available in Milwaukee.

Ames to Milwaukee - 7 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Ames to Milwaukee by shuttle, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak), bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Shuttle, fly to General Mitchell International Airport
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IA
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)DSM - MKE
6h 1m
$255–1,293
Bus via Saint Paul
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. PaulJefferson 802
2. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Milwaukee Intermodal StationGreyhound US0150
10h 35m
$51–226
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. PaulJefferson 802
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to MilwaukeeBorealis / ...
10h 55m
$61–346
Drive 343.8 mi
1. Drive from Ames to Milwaukee343.8 mi
6h 12m
$63–91
Shuttle, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IA
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)DSM - ORD
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
6h 43m
$166–645
Shuttle, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IA
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)DSM - MDW
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
6h 27m
$191–785
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moines
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Station
12h 56m
$95–187

Ames to Milwaukee by bus

7Weekly Buses

10h 35mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ames to Milwaukee.

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Distance: 357.8 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Milwaukee, WI, USA?

You can take a bus from Ames to Milwaukee Intermodal Station via St. Paul and Saint Paul Union Depot in around 10h 35m.

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