What is the cheapest way to get from Ames to Wisconsin Dells?

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Wisconsin Dells is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ames to Wisconsin Dells?

The fastest way to get from Ames to Wisconsin Dells is to drive which takes 5h 32m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Ames and Wisconsin Dells?

No, there is no direct bus from Ames to Wisconsin Dells. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Wisconsin Dells via Saint Paul Union Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

How far is it from Ames to Wisconsin Dells?

The distance between Ames and Wisconsin Dells is 438 miles. The road distance is 287.4 miles.

How do I travel from Ames to Wisconsin Dells without a car?

The best way to get from Ames to Wisconsin Dells without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 3m and costs $110 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Ames to Wisconsin Dells?

It takes approximately 9h 3m to get from Ames to Wisconsin Dells, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ames to Wisconsin Dells bus from?

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

Where does the Ames to Wisconsin Dells bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ames to Wisconsin Dells?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Wisconsin Dells is 287 miles. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Ames to Wisconsin Dells.

Where can I stay near Wisconsin Dells?

There are 191+ hotels available in Wisconsin Dells.

Ames to Wisconsin Dells - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. Paulbus Jefferson Lines 802 / ...
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Wisconsin Dells Stationtrain Empire Builder / ...
9h 3m
$113–210
Drive 285.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Wisconsin Dellscar 285.7 mi
5h 32m
$53–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. Paulbus Jefferson Lines 802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Wisconsin Dellsbus Greyhound US0150
9h 22m
$105–156
Shuttle, fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field, 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 Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane DSM - MSN
3. Take the bus from Madison to Wisconsin Dellsbus
8h 2m
$218–976
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, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DSM - ORD
3. Take the train from Glenview Amtrak Station to Wisconsin Dells Stationtrain
8h 34m
$175–638
Shuttle, fly to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, train
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 train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Wisconsin Dells Stationtrain
8h 37m
$209–823
Shuttle, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DSM - MDW
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Wisconsin Dells Stationtrain
8h 29m
$194–725

Ames to Wisconsin Dells by bus and train

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9h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 435.6 mi
Duration: 9h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Ames to Wisconsin Dells via Saint Paul Union Depot and Wisconsin Dells in around 9h 22m.

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