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

The cheapest way to get from Brainerd to Iowa is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 6h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brainerd to Iowa is to fly which takes 3h 49m and costs $75 - $360.

How far is it from Brainerd to Iowa?

The distance between Brainerd and Iowa is 380 miles. The road distance is 370 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brainerd to Iowa without a car is to bus which takes 9h 10m and costs $40 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Brainerd to Iowa, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Brainerd to Iowa?

The best way to get from Brainerd to Iowa is to fly which takes 5h 18m and costs $170 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $190 and takes 9h 10m.

Can I drive from Brainerd to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Brainerd to Iowa is 370 miles. It takes approximately 6h 14m to drive from Brainerd to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 252+ hotels available in Iowa.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Brainerd to Iowa 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 Omaha
best
1. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Omaha (OMA)plane BRD - OMA
5h 18m
$173–951
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brainerd to Minneapolisbus Jefferson 928
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 801 / ...
9h 10m
$43–189
Drive 367.9 mi
1. Drive from Brainerd to Des Moinescar 367.9 mi
6h 14m
$68–97
Fly to Des Moines
1. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane BRD - DSM
3h 49m
$80–352
Bus via Minneapolis Airport (MSP)
1. Take the bus from Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd to Minneapolis / St Paul Airportbus Groome Transportation - Brainerd
2. Take the bus from MSP Airport to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 803
10h 16m
$91–181

Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Omaha (OMA) flights

24Weekly Planes

7h 21mAverage Duration

$136Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Brainerd to Iowa.

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Distance: 377.9 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Brainerd, MN, USA and Iowa, USA?

Delta flies from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Omaha (OMA) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brainerd to Des Moines via Minneapolis and Des Moines in around 9h 10m.

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