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How to get fromBrainerd to Willistonby taxi, train, car, plane, or bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Brainerd to Williston by taxi, train, car, plane, or bus

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  1. Taxi, train (Amtrak)

    best
    1. Take the taxi from Brainerd to Staples Stationtaxi taxi
    2. Take the train from Staples Station to Williston Amtraktrain train Empire Builder
    10h 29m
    $349–511

  2. Drive  525.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Brainerd to Willistoncar car 525.8 mi
    9h 30m
    $96–139

  3. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport, drive

    1. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Minot International Airport (MOT)plane plane BRD - MOT
    2. Drive from Minot International Airport (MOT) to Willistoncar car
    7h 55m
    $105–426

  4. Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly, drive

    1. Take the bus from Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd to Minneapolis / St Paul Airportbus bus
    2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Minot International Airport (MOT)plane plane MSP - MOT
    3. Drive from Minot International Airport (MOT) to Willistoncar car
    8h 32m
    $147–515

Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Minot International Airport (MOT) flights

Calendar24Weekly Planes
Duration7h 28mAverage Duration
Ticket$65Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 537.1 mi
  • Duration: 10h 29m

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

There is no direct connection from Brainerd to Williston. However, you can take the taxi to Staples Station then take the train to Williston Amtrak. Alternatively, you can drive from Brainerd to Williston in around 9h 30m.

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