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

The cheapest way to get from Minot to Brainerd is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 7h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Minot to Brainerd is to fly which takes 6h 39m and costs $75 - $390.

How far is it from Minot to Brainerd?

The distance between Minot and Brainerd is 420 miles. The road distance is 403.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Minot to Brainerd without a car is to train and taxi which takes 7h 13m and costs $170 - $320.

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

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Minot to Brainerd, including transfers.

Can I drive from Minot to Brainerd?

Yes, the driving distance between Minot to Brainerd is 404 miles. It takes approximately 7h 23m to drive from Minot to Brainerd.

Where can I stay near Brainerd?

There are 83+ hotels available in Brainerd.

Minot to Brainerd - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, plane, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Minot to Brainerd by train, taxi, car, plane, 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.

Train, taxi (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Minot Station to Staples Stationtrain Empire Builder
2. Take the taxi from Staples Station to Brainerdtaxi
7h 13m
$176–318
Drive 401.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Minot to Brainerdcar 401.5 mi
7h 23m
$74–106
Fly to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
1. Fly from Minot International Airport (MOT) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD)plane MOT - BRD
6h 39m
$78–382
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Minot Station to Detroit Lakes Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Builder
2. Take the bus from Detroit Lakes to Brainerdbus Jefferson 830
8h 44m
$124–245
Fly to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Minot International Airport (MOT) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane MOT - MSP
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerdbus
7h 10m
$126–482

Minot to Brainerd by train and bus

14Weekly Services

8h 44mAverage Duration

$124Cheapest Price

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Distance: 417.2 mi
Duration: 7h 13m

What companies run services between Minot, ND, USA and Brainerd, MN, USA?

Delta flies from Minot International Airport (MOT) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) twice daily.

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