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

The cheapest way to get from Muscatine to Ames is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Muscatine to Ames is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $28 - $45.

How far is it from Muscatine to Ames?

The distance between Muscatine and Ames is 178 miles. The road distance is 156.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Muscatine to Ames without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 4h 41m and costs $150 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Muscatine to Ames, including transfers.

Can I drive from Muscatine to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Muscatine to Ames is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Muscatine to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 35+ hotels available in Ames.

Muscatine to Ames - 3 ways to travel via taxi, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Muscatine to Ames by taxi, bus, or car

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

Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Muscatine to Iowa Citytaxi
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus
4h 41m
$154–248
Drive 155.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Muscatine to Amescar 155.7 mi
3h 21m
$29–41
Taxi, bus via Iowa City
1. Take the taxi from Muscatine to Hwy 6 East & Heinz Rdtaxi
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus
6h 1m
$143–236

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Muscatine to Ames.

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Distance: 177.1 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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

There is no direct connection from Muscatine to Ames. However, you can take the taxi to Iowa City, take the bus to Des Moines, then take the bus to Ames. Alternatively, you can drive from Muscatine to Ames in around 3h 21m.

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