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

The cheapest way to get from Dubuque to Ames is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dubuque to Ames is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Dubuque and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Dubuque to Ames. However, there are services departing from Dubuque, IA and arriving at Ames via Madison, WI-Lake St., American & Thunderbird Station, Mall of America Transit Station Gate F and Burnsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 42m.

How far is it from Dubuque to Ames?

The distance between Dubuque and Ames is 590 miles. The road distance is 176.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dubuque to Ames without a car is to bus via Burnsville which takes 13h 42m and costs $100 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 13h 42m to get from Dubuque to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dubuque to Ames bus from?

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

Where does the Dubuque to Ames bus arrive?

Dubuque to Ames bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, arrive at Madison station.

Can I drive from Dubuque to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to Ames is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Dubuque to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 48+ hotels available in Ames.

Dubuque to Ames - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dubuque to Ames by bus, car, bus (Flixbus), 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.

Bus via Burnsville
best
1. Take the bus from Dubuque, IA to Madisonbus 121
2. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomingtonbus
3. Take the bus from Burnsville to Amesbus
13h 42m
$102–230
Drive 175.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dubuque to Amescar 175.7 mi
3h 9m
$33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dubuque, IA to Madisonbus 121
2. Take the bus from Madison to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Amesbus
14h
$69–264
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Dubuque, IA to Madisonbus 121
2. Take the bus from 4545 E Broadway - Dutch Mill Park and Ride to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
4. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus
16h 39m
$89–258

Dubuque to Ames by bus

2Weekly Buses

13h 42mAverage Duration

$102Cheapest Price

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Distance: 586.3 mi
Duration: 13h 42m

What companies run services between Dubuque, IA, USA and Ames, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Dubuque, IA to Ames via Madison, Madison, WI-Lake St., Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomington, American & Thunderbird Station, MOA Transit Station Gate A, Mall of America Transit Station Gate F, and Burnsville in around 13h 42m.

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