What is the cheapest way to get from Minneapolis to Elkader?

The cheapest way to get from Minneapolis to Elkader is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Minneapolis to Elkader?

The fastest way to get from Minneapolis to Elkader is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Minneapolis to Elkader?

The distance between Minneapolis and Elkader is 311 miles. The road distance is 197.3 miles.

How long does it take to get from Minneapolis to Elkader?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Minneapolis to Elkader, including transfers.

Can I drive from Minneapolis to Elkader?

Yes, the driving distance between Minneapolis to Elkader is 197 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Minneapolis to Elkader.

Where can I stay near Elkader?

There are four+ hotels available in Elkader.

Minneapolis to Elkader - 5 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Minneapolis to Elkader by plane, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane MSP - CID
2. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Elkadercar
4h 15m
$67–396
Drive 196.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Minneapolis to Elkadercar 196.2 mi
4h 3m
$36–52
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Waterloobus
3. Drive from Waterloo to Elkadercar
10h 26m
$65–188
Fly to Rochester, drive
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Rochester (RST)plane MSP - RST
2. Drive from Rochester-Airport-RST to Elkadercar
4h 43m
$63–374
Fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field, drive
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane MSP - MSN
2. Drive from Madison-Airport-MSN to Elkadercar
5h 10m
$121–739

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) flights

20Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Minneapolis to Elkader.

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Distance: 309.2 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Minneapolis, MN, USA and Elkader, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Minneapolis to Elkader. However, you can take the vehicle to Terminal 1 Station, walk to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) airport, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID), then drive to Elkader. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Minneapolis to Elkader via Des Moines and Waterloo in around 10h 26m.

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