What is the cheapest way to get from Mankato to Brainerd?

The cheapest way to get from Mankato to Brainerd is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mankato to Brainerd?

The fastest way to get from Mankato to Brainerd is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Mankato and Brainerd?

No, there is no direct bus from Mankato to Brainerd. However, there are services departing from Mankato and arriving at Brainerd via Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Mankato to Brainerd?

The distance between Mankato and Brainerd is 217 miles. The road distance is 174.5 miles.

How do I travel from Mankato to Brainerd without a car?

The best way to get from Mankato to Brainerd without a car is to bus via Minneapolis which takes 5h 48m and costs $45 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Mankato to Brainerd?

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Mankato to Brainerd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mankato to Brainerd bus from?

Mankato to Brainerd bus services, operated by Land to Air Express, depart from Mankato station.

Where does the Mankato to Brainerd bus arrive?

Mankato to Brainerd bus services, operated by Land to Air Express, arrive at Minneapolis-St. Paul station.

Can I drive from Mankato to Brainerd?

Yes, the driving distance between Mankato to Brainerd is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Mankato to Brainerd.

Where can I stay near Brainerd?

There are 94+ hotels available in Brainerd.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Mankato to Brainerd by bus, car, or plane

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Bus via Minneapolis
best
1. Take the bus from Mankato to Minneapolis-St. Paulbus Lta 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Brainerdbus Jefferson Lines 927
5h 48m
$48–94
Drive 173.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mankato to Brainerdcar 173.5 mi
3h 35m
$32–46
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Mankato to Minneapolis-St. Paulbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD)plane MSP - BRD
3h 40m
$73–418
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mankato to Minneapolis-St. Paulbus Lta 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerdbus Groome Transportation - Brainerd
5h 52m
$71–97

Mankato to Brainerd by bus, tram, and foot

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5h 48mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.1 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Mankato, MN, USA and Brainerd, MN, USA?

You can take a bus from Mankato to Brainerd via Minneapolis-St. Paul, Terminal 1 Station, Target Field Station Platform 2, and Minneapolis in around 5h 48m.

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