What is the cheapest way to get from Ames to Prior Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Prior Lake is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ames to Prior Lake?

The fastest way to get from Ames to Prior Lake is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Prior Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Prior Lake. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Co Rd 21 via Marquette Av S at 7 St S SW corner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Ames to Prior Lake?

The distance between Ames and Prior Lake is 261 miles. The road distance is 200.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ames to Prior Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Ames to Prior Lake without a car is to bus which takes 6h 29m and costs $60 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Ames to Prior Lake?

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Ames to Prior Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Prior Lake bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Prior Lake bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ames to Prior Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Prior Lake is 201 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Ames to Prior Lake.

Where can I stay near Prior Lake?

There are 148+ hotels available in Prior Lake.

Ames to Prior Lake - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, shuttle, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Ames to Prior Lake by bus, car, shuttle, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ames to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Marquette Av S at 7 St S SW corner to Co Rd 21bus 490
6h 29m
$62–87
Drive 199.5 mi
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1. Drive from Ames to Prior Lakecar 199.5 mi
3h 15m
$37–53
Shuttle, fly, line 447 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 Apple Valley Transit Station NB to Co Rd 21bus
5h 25m
$168–749

Ames to Prior Lake by bus and foot

18Weekly Services

6h 29mAverage Duration

$62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.4 mi
Duration: 6h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Ames to Co Rd 21 via Minneapolis and Marquette Av S at 7 St S SW corner in around 6h 29m.

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