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

The cheapest way to get from Appleton to Ames is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Appleton to Ames is to fly and shuttle which takes 4h 52m and costs $140 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Appleton and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Appleton to Ames. However, there are services departing from Appleton and arriving at Ames via Wausau Transit Center and Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 45m.

How far is it from Appleton to Ames?

The distance between Appleton and Ames is 369 miles. The road distance is 371.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Appleton to Ames without a car is to bus which takes 12h 45m and costs $70 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Appleton to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Appleton to Ames bus from?

Appleton to Ames bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, depart from Appleton station.

Where does the Appleton to Ames bus arrive?

Appleton to Ames bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, arrive at Wausau Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Appleton to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Appleton to Ames is 371 miles. It takes approximately 6h 50m to drive from Appleton to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 54+ hotels available in Ames.

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

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

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

Fly Appleton International Airport to Des Moines, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Appleton International Airport (ATW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ATW - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
4h 52m
$148–542
Drive 369 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Appleton to Amescar 369 mi
6h 50m
$68–98
Bus
1. Take the bus from Appleton to Wausau Transit Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Wausau Transit Center to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Amesbus
12h 45m
$73–181
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Appleton Amtrak Station to Milwaukeebus
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Amesbus
15h 22m
$105–319
Fly Appleton International Airport to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Appleton International Airport (ATW) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)plane ATW - FOD
2. Take the taxi from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Amestaxi
5h 58m
$213–532
Fly Green Bay to Des Moines, shuttle
1. Fly from Green Bay (GRB) to Des Moines (DSM)plane GRB - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
6h 35m
$166–562
Bus via Saint Paul
1. Take the bus from Appleton to Wausau Transit Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Wausau Amtrak Bus Stop to St. Paul-Minneapolisbus
3. Take the bus from MSP Airport to Amesbus
13h 50m
$95–214

Appleton to Ames by bus

7Weekly Buses

12h 45mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 367 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Appleton to Ames via Wausau Transit Center and Minneapolis in around 12h 45m.

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