What is the cheapest way to get from Minnesota to Whitefish?

The cheapest way to get from Minnesota to Whitefish is to drive which costs $210 - $320 and takes 18h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Minnesota to Whitefish?

The fastest way to get from Minnesota to Whitefish is to fly which takes 4h 25m and costs $390 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Minnesota and Whitefish?

No, there is no direct bus from Minnesota to Whitefish. However, there are services departing from 3rd St S & Marquette Ave S and arriving at Whitefish via Maple Grove and Billings. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Minnesota and Whitefish?

No, there is no direct train from Minnesota station to Whitefish station. However, there are services departing from Government Plaza Station and arriving at Whitefish Amtrak Station via St. Paul-Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 36m.

How far is it from Minnesota to Whitefish?

The distance between Minnesota and Whitefish is 1049 miles. The road distance is 1190.9 miles.

How do I travel from Minnesota to Whitefish without a car?

The best way to get from Minnesota to Whitefish without a car is to train which takes 25h 36m and costs $650 - $1,100.

How long does it take to get from Minnesota to Whitefish?

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Minnesota to Whitefish, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Minnesota to Whitefish bus from?

Minnesota to Whitefish bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Maple Grove station.

Where do I catch the Minnesota to Whitefish train from?

Minnesota to Whitefish train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from St. Paul-Minneapolis station.

Train, bus or fly from Minnesota to Whitefish?

The best way to get from Minnesota to Whitefish is to fly which takes 4h 25m and costs $390 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $650 - $1,100 and takes 25h 36m, you could also bus, which costs $300 - $440 and takes 26h 48m.

Where does the Minnesota to Whitefish bus arrive?

Minnesota to Whitefish bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Billings station.

What is the time difference between Minnesota and Whitefish?

Whitefish is 1h behind Minnesota. It is currently 5:24 PM in Minnesota and 4:24 PM in Whitefish.

Where does the Minnesota to Whitefish train arrive?

Minnesota to Whitefish train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Whitefish Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Minnesota to Whitefish?

Yes, the driving distance between Minnesota to Whitefish is 1191 miles. It takes approximately 18h 59m to drive from Minnesota to Whitefish.

Where can I stay near Whitefish?

There are 280+ hotels available in Whitefish.

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There are 6 ways to get from Minnesota to Whitefish by plane, train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport
best
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA)plane MSP - FCA
4h 25m
$397–1,247
Fly from Rochester
cheapest
1. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA)plane RST - FCA
8h 48m
$146–632
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Whitefish Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Builder
25h 36m
$652–1,102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Maple Grove to Billingsbus Jefferson Lines 931
2. Take the bus from Billings to Whitefishbus Jefferson Lines 941
26h 48m
$301–434
Drive 1,184 mi
1. Drive from Minneapolis to Whitefishcar 1,184 mi
18h 59m
$217–313
Fly from Duluth International Airport
1. Fly from Duluth International Airport (DLH) to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA)plane DLH - FCA
10h 15m
$156–646

Minnesota to Whitefish by tram and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 1,042.6 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Minnesota, USA and Whitefish, MT, USA?

Delta, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines, Inc. fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Whitefish Amtrak Station twice daily. Tickets cost $650–1,100 and the journey takes 23h 53m.

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How to get fromMinnesota to Whitefishby plane, train (Amtrak), bus, or car

There are 6 ways to get from Minnesota to Whitefish by plane, train (Amtrak), bus, or car

Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport

Fly from Rochester

Train (Amtrak)

Bus

Drive 1,184 mi

Fly from Duluth International Airport