What is the cheapest way to get from Brainerd to Red Wing?

The cheapest way to get from Brainerd to Red Wing is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brainerd to Red Wing?

The fastest way to get from Brainerd to Red Wing is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Brainerd to Red Wing?

The distance between Brainerd and Red Wing is 210 miles. The road distance is 181.7 miles.

How do I travel from Brainerd to Red Wing without a car?

The best way to get from Brainerd to Red Wing without a car is to taxi and train which takes 4h 57m and costs $90 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Brainerd to Red Wing?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Brainerd to Red Wing, including transfers.

Can I drive from Brainerd to Red Wing?

Yes, the driving distance between Brainerd to Red Wing is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Brainerd to Red Wing.

Where can I stay near Red Wing?

There are 34+ hotels available in Red Wing.

Brainerd to Red Wing - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Brainerd to Red Wing by taxi, train, 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.

Taxi, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the taxi from Brainerd to Staples Amtrak Station
2. Take the train from Staples Amtrak Station to Red Wing Amtrak StationEmpire Builder
4h 57m
$92–171
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brainerd to St. PaulJefferson 928
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Red Wing Amtrak StationEmpire Builder / ...
5h 29m
$20–92
Drive 180.6 mi
1. Drive from Brainerd to Red Wing180.6 mi
3h 23m
$33–48
Fly, train
1. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)BRD - MSP
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Red Wing Amtrak Station
3h 39m
$72–395
Bus, train via Minneapolis Airport (MSP)
1. Take the bus from Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd to Minneapolis / St Paul AirportGroome Transportation - Brainerd
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Red Wing Amtrak StationEmpire Builder / ...
5h 57m
$69–84

Brainerd to Red Wing by bus and train

7Weekly Services

5h 29mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 208.5 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Brainerd, MN, USA and Red Wing, MN, USA?

There is no direct connection from Brainerd to Red Wing. However, you can take the taxi to Staples Amtrak Station then take the train to Red Wing Amtrak Station. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brainerd to Red Wing Amtrak Station via St. Paul and St. Paul-Minneapolis in around 5h 29m.

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