What is the cheapest way to get from Elk River to Brainerd?

The cheapest way to get from Elk River to Brainerd is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elk River to Brainerd?

The fastest way to get from Elk River to Brainerd is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs $17 - $26.

How far is it from Elk River to Brainerd?

The distance between Elk River and Brainerd is 102 miles. The road distance is 97.8 miles.

How do I travel from Elk River to Brainerd without a car?

The best way to get from Elk River to Brainerd without a car is to bus which takes 3h 14m and costs $35 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Elk River to Brainerd?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Elk River to Brainerd, including transfers.

Can I drive from Elk River to Brainerd?

Yes, the driving distance between Elk River to Brainerd is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Elk River to Brainerd.

Where can I stay near Brainerd?

There are 78+ hotels available in Brainerd.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Elk River to Brainerd 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 Big Lake Park & Ride to Metro Bus Transit Ctr & #510 - 1st St SNorthstar Link
2. Take the bus from St. Cloud to BrainerdJefferson 927
3h 14m
$40–90
Drive 97.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elk River to Brainerd97.2 mi
1h 46m
$18–26
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Elk River station to Target Field station
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD)MSP - BRD
3h 40m
$76–379
Bus via Richfield
1. Take the bus from Elk River station to Target Field station888
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - BrainerdGroome Transportation - Brainerd
5h 32m
$74–78

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

13Weekly Planes

1h 10mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Elk River to Brainerd.

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Distance: 101.1 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Elk River, MN, USA and Brainerd, MN, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Elk River to Brainerd via Big Lake Park & Ride and St. Cloud in around 3h 14m.

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