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

The cheapest way to get from Mankato to Iowa is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mankato to Iowa is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Mankato and Iowa?

No, there is no direct bus from Mankato to Iowa. However, there are services departing from Mankato, MN and arriving at Des Moines via Minneapolis-St. Paul. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from Mankato to Iowa?

The distance between Mankato and Iowa is 239 miles. The road distance is 196.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mankato to Iowa without a car is to shuttle and bus which takes 6h 9m and costs $55 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Mankato to Iowa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mankato to Iowa bus from?

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

Where does the Mankato to Iowa bus arrive?

Mankato to Iowa bus services, operated by Land to Air Express, arrive at Minneapolis / St Paul Airport station.

Can I drive from Mankato to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Mankato to Iowa is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Mankato to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 249+ hotels available in Iowa.

Mankato to Iowa - 5 ways to travel via shuttle, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Mankato to Iowa by shuttle, bus, car, or plane

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Shuttle, bus
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Mankato, MN to Owatonna, MNshuttle S MN Conn
2. Take the bus from Owatonna to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 803 / ...
6h 9m
$57–112
Drive 195.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mankato to Des Moinescar 195.2 mi
3h 49m
$36–52
Shuttle, fly to Des Moines
1. Take a shuttle bus from Mankato to Minneapolis / St Paul Airport Term 1shuttle
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MSP - DSM
3h 56m
$114–658
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mankato, MN to Minneapolis / St Paul Airportbus Mankato
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis-St. Paul to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 803
8h 47m
$77–127
Shuttle, fly to Omaha
1. Take a shuttle bus from Mankato to Minneapolis / St Paul Airport Term 1shuttle
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Omaha (OMA)plane MSP - OMA
4h 7m
$587–1,017

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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1h 14mAverage Duration

$85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 237.6 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Mankato, MN to Des Moines via Minneapolis / St Paul Airport and Minneapolis-St. Paul in around 8h 47m.

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