What is the cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Brainerd?

The cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Brainerd is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 6h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Brainerd?

The fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Brainerd is to fly which takes 6h 53m and costs $75 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Cedar Rapids and Brainerd?

No, there is no direct bus from Cedar Rapids to Brainerd. However, there are services departing from GTC Bay 11 and arriving at Brainerd via Cedar Rapids Airport, Waterloo Union Bus Depot, Des Moines and Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h.

How far is it from Cedar Rapids to Brainerd?

The distance between Cedar Rapids and Brainerd is 352 miles. The road distance is 373.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cedar Rapids to Brainerd without a car?

The best way to get from Cedar Rapids to Brainerd without a car is to bus which takes 13h 57m and costs $120 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Cedar Rapids to Brainerd?

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Cedar Rapids to Brainerd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cedar Rapids to Brainerd bus from?

Cedar Rapids to Brainerd bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Cedar Rapids Airport station.

Bus or fly from Cedar Rapids to Brainerd?

The best way to get from Cedar Rapids to Brainerd is to fly which takes 6h 53m and costs $75 - $420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $250 and takes 13h 57m.

Where does the Cedar Rapids to Brainerd bus arrive?

Cedar Rapids to Brainerd bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Cedar Rapids to Brainerd?

Yes, the driving distance between Cedar Rapids to Brainerd is 374 miles. It takes approximately 6h 57m to drive from Cedar Rapids to Brainerd.

Where can I stay near Brainerd?

There are 84+ hotels available in Brainerd.

Cedar Rapids to Brainerd - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Cedar Rapids to Brainerd by plane, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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 The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD)CID - BRD
6h 53m
$78–412
Drive 371.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to Brainerd371.6 mi
6h 57m
$68–98
Bus
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Center
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moines
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to MSP Airport
4. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd
13h 57m
$126–250
Fly to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, bus
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)CID - MSP
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd
7h 10m
$126–532
Bus via Waterloo
1. Take the bus from Cedar Rapids Airport to Waterloo
2. Take the bus from Waterloo Union Bus Depot to Des Moines
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolis
4. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Brainerd
16h
$80–256
Bus via Waterloo #2
1. Take the bus from Cedar Rapids Airport to Waterloo
2. Take the bus from Waterloo Union Bus Depot to Des Moines
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to MSP Airport
4. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd
16h 10m
$128–246

Cedar Rapids to Brainerd by bus

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16hAverage Duration

$80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 350.3 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

What companies run services between Cedar Rapids, IA, USA and Brainerd, MN, USA?

Delta flies from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from GTC Bay 9 to Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd via Iowa City, Des Moines, Des Moines, MSP Airport, and Minneapolis / St Paul Airport in around 13h 57m.

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