What is the cheapest way to get from Bismarck to Brainerd?

The cheapest way to get from Bismarck to Brainerd is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 5h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bismarck to Brainerd?

The fastest way to get from Bismarck to Brainerd is to fly which takes 4h 34m and costs $70 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Bismarck and Brainerd?

No, there is no direct bus from Bismarck to Brainerd. However, there are services departing from Bismarck and arriving at Brainerd via Fargo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Bismarck to Brainerd?

The distance between Bismarck and Brainerd is 323 miles. The road distance is 332.6 miles.

How do I travel from Bismarck to Brainerd without a car?

The best way to get from Bismarck to Brainerd without a car is to bus which takes 7h 55m and costs $30 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Bismarck to Brainerd?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Bismarck to Brainerd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bismarck to Brainerd bus from?

Bismarck to Brainerd bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Bismarck station.

Bus or fly from Bismarck to Brainerd?

The best way to get from Bismarck to Brainerd is to fly which takes 4h 34m and costs $70 - $370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $170 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Bismarck to Brainerd bus arrive?

Bismarck to Brainerd bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Fargo station.

Can I drive from Bismarck to Brainerd?

Yes, the driving distance between Bismarck to Brainerd is 333 miles. It takes approximately 5h 40m to drive from Bismarck to Brainerd.

Where can I stay near Brainerd?

There are 78+ hotels available in Brainerd.

Bismarck to Brainerd - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bismarck to Brainerd by plane, 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.

Fly to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD)plane BIS - BRD
4h 34m
$74–362
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bismarck to Fargobus Jefferson 938
2. Take the bus from Fargo to Brainerdbus Jefferson 830 / ...
7h 55m
$31–161
Drive 330.7 mi
1. Drive from Bismarck to Brainerdcar 330.7 mi
5h 40m
$61–88
Fly to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane BIS - MSP
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerdbus
6h 6m
$135–534
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Bismarck to Fargobus Jefferson 938
2. Take the bus from Fargo to Brainerdbus Jefferson 830 / ...
7h 55m
$31–161

Bismarck to Brainerd by bus

7Weekly Buses

7h 55mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 321.5 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Bismarck, ND, USA and Brainerd, MN, USA?

Delta flies from Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bismarck to Brainerd via Fargo in around 7h 55m.

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