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

The cheapest way to get from Brainerd to Mankato is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brainerd to Mankato is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Brainerd and Mankato?

No, there is no direct bus from Brainerd to Mankato. However, there are services departing from Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd and arriving at Mankato, MN via Minneapolis / St Paul Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Brainerd to Mankato?

The distance between Brainerd and Mankato is 229 miles. The road distance is 174.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brainerd to Mankato without a car is to bus which takes 6h 20m and costs $70 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Brainerd to Mankato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brainerd to Mankato bus from?

Brainerd to Mankato bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, depart from Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd station.

Where does the Brainerd to Mankato bus arrive?

Brainerd to Mankato bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, arrive at Minneapolis / St Paul Airport station.

Can I drive from Brainerd to Mankato?

Yes, the driving distance between Brainerd to Mankato is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Brainerd to Mankato.

Where can I stay near Mankato?

There are 24+ hotels available in Mankato.

Brainerd to Mankato - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Brainerd to Mankato by bus, car, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd to Minneapolis / St Paul AirportGroome Transportation - Brainerd
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Mankato, MNMsp
6h 20m
$71–100
Bus via Minneapolis
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brainerd to MinneapolisJefferson 928
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis Airport to MankatoMankato
6h 39m
$27–112
Drive 173.8 mi
1. Drive from Brainerd to Mankato173.8 mi
3h 36m
$32–46
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)BRD - MSP
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis Airport to Mankato
4h 10m
$75–411

Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) flights

14Weekly Planes

56 minAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 227.2 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd to Mankato, MN via Minneapolis / St Paul Airport in around 6h 20m.

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