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

The cheapest way to get from Winona to Ames is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Winona to Ames is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Winona and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Winona to Ames. However, there are services departing from Winona St. University and arriving at Ames via Rochester and Owatonna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Winona to Ames?

The distance between Winona and Ames is 242 miles. The road distance is 218.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Winona to Ames without a car is to bus which takes 6h 39m and costs $65 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Winona to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Winona to Ames bus from?

Winona to Ames bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Winona St. University station.

Where does the Winona to Ames bus arrive?

Winona to Ames bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Rochester station.

Can I drive from Winona to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Winona to Ames is 218 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Winona to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 53+ hotels available in Ames.

Winona to Ames - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, plane, and shuttle

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There are 5 ways to get from Winona to Ames by bus, car, taxi, plane, shuttle, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Winona St. University to Rochesterbus
2. Take the bus from Rochester to Owatonnabus
3. Take the bus from Owatonna to Amesbus
6h 39m
$67–136
Drive 216.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Winona to Amescar 216.8 mi
3h 43m
$40–58
Taxi to La Crosse, fly, shuttle
1. Take the taxi from Winona to La-Crosse-Airport-LSEtaxi
2. Fly from La Crosse (LSE) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LSE - DSM
3. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
6h 19m
$206–628
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Winona to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder / ...
2. Take the bus from St. Paul to Amesbus Jefferson Lines 805
7h 26m
$82–144
Train to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly, shuttle
1. Take the train from Winona to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MSP - DSM
3. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
6h 28m
$159–622

Winona to Ames by bus

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6h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 240.8 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Winona St. University to Ames via Rochester and Owatonna in around 6h 39m.

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