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 47m.

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 47m and costs $17 - $26.

How far is it from Elk River to Brainerd?

The distance between Elk River and Brainerd is 99 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 taxi and bus which takes 1h 51m and costs $100 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m 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 47m to drive from Elk River to Brainerd.

Where can I stay near Brainerd?

There are 81+ hotels available in Brainerd.

Elk River to Brainerd - 3 ways to travel via taxi, bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Elk River to Brainerd by taxi, 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, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Elk River to St. Cloudtaxi
2. Take the bus from St. Cloud to Brainerdbus Jefferson 927
1h 51m
$108–171
Drive 97.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elk River to Brainerdcar 97.2 mi
1h 47m
$18–26
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Elk River Park & Ride to Marquette Ave & 5th St - Stop Group Bbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD)plane MSP - BRD
3h 32m
$72–379

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

13Weekly Planes

1h 2mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Elk River to Brainerd.

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Distance: 98.5 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

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

There is no direct connection from Elk River to Brainerd. However, you can take the taxi to St. Cloud then take the bus to Brainerd. Alternatively, you can drive from Elk River to Brainerd in around 1h 47m.

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