What is the cheapest way to get from Detroit Lakes to Minnesota?

The cheapest way to get from Detroit Lakes to Minnesota is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Detroit Lakes to Minnesota?

The fastest way to get from Detroit Lakes to Minnesota is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 42m and costs $150 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit Lakes and Minnesota?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit Lakes to Minnesota. However, there are services departing from Detroit Lakes and arriving at Minneapolis via Brainerd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Detroit Lakes and Minnesota?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit Lakes station to Minnesota station. However, there are services departing from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station and arriving at U.S. Bank Stadium Station via Union Depot Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Detroit Lakes to Minnesota?

The distance between Detroit Lakes and Minnesota is 283 miles. The road distance is 196.8 miles.

How do I travel from Detroit Lakes to Minnesota without a car?

The best way to get from Detroit Lakes to Minnesota without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs $35 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Detroit Lakes to Minnesota?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Detroit Lakes to Minnesota, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit Lakes to Minnesota bus from?

Detroit Lakes to Minnesota bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Detroit Lakes station.

Where do I catch the Detroit Lakes to Minnesota train from?

Detroit Lakes to Minnesota train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Detroit Lakes to Minnesota?

The best way to get from Detroit Lakes to Minnesota is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs $35 - $70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19 - $130 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Detroit Lakes to Minnesota bus arrive?

Detroit Lakes to Minnesota bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Brainerd station.

Where does the Detroit Lakes to Minnesota train arrive?

Detroit Lakes to Minnesota train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at St. Paul-Minneapolis station.

Can I drive from Detroit Lakes to Minnesota?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit Lakes to Minnesota is 197 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Detroit Lakes to Minnesota.

Where can I stay near Minnesota?

There are 303+ hotels available in Minnesota.

Detroit Lakes to Minnesota - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Detroit Lakes to Minnesota by taxi, plane, train (Amtrak), 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.

Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Detroit Lakes to Fargo-Airport-FARtaxi
2. Fly from Hector International Airport (FAR) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane FAR - MSP
2h 42m
$156–554
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Detroit Lakes to Brainerdbus Jefferson 830
2. Take the bus from Brainerd to Minneapolisbus Jefferson 928
6h 15m
$20–128
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder
4h 54m
$40–68
Drive 195.7 mi
1. Drive from Detroit Lakes to Minneapoliscar 195.7 mi
4h 2m
$36–52

Detroit Lakes to Minnesota by train and tram (Amtrak)

22Weekly Services

4h 54mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 281 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Detroit Lakes, MN, USA and Minnesota, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station to St. Paul-Minneapolis 3 times a day. Tickets cost $35–65 and the journey takes 4h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Detroit Lakes to Minneapolis via Brainerd in around 6h 15m.

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