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

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Brainerd is to fly which costs $130 - $650 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to Brainerd is to fly which takes 6h 35m and costs $130 - $650.

How far is it from Phoenix to Brainerd?

The distance between Phoenix and Brainerd is 1313 miles. The road distance is 1665.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Phoenix to Brainerd without a car is to bus which takes 42h 25m and costs $260 - $550.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Phoenix to Brainerd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phoenix to Brainerd bus from?

Phoenix to Brainerd bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Phoenix Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Phoenix to Brainerd?

The best way to get from Phoenix to Brainerd is to fly which takes 6h 35m and costs $130 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $260 - $550 and takes 42h 25m.

Where does the Phoenix to Brainerd bus arrive?

Phoenix to Brainerd bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Albuquerque Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Phoenix and Brainerd?

Brainerd is 1h ahead of Phoenix. It is currently 11:55 PM in Phoenix and 12:55 AM in Brainerd.

Can I drive from Phoenix to Brainerd?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to Brainerd is 1666 miles. It takes approximately 30h 28m to drive from Phoenix to Brainerd.

Where can I stay near Brainerd?

There are 81+ hotels available in Brainerd.

Phoenix to Brainerd - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

Q: Is there a direct bus between Phoenix and Brainerd?

No, there is no direct bus from Phoenix station to Brainerd. However, there are services departing from Phoenix Bus Station and arriving at Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd via Albuquerque Bus Station, Denver Union Station, Des Moines and Minneapolis / St Paul Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 25m.

There are 8 ways to get from Phoenix to Brainerd by plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, car, or taxi

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Fly to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD)PHX - BRD
6h 35m
$137–621
Bus
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Albuquerque Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Albuquerque Bus Station to Denver Union Station
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moines
4. Take the bus from Des Moines to MSP Airport
5. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd
42h 25m
$264–532
Bus, train via Flagstaff
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Flagstaff Train Station
2. Take the train from Flagstaff to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to St. Paul-Minneapolis
4. Take the bus from St. Paul to Brainerd
2d
$287–684
Drive 1,655.9 mi
1. Drive from Phoenix to Brainerd1,655.9 mi
30h 28m
$303–437
Fly to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)PHX - MSP
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd
8h 31m
$290–660
Fly to Hector International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Hector International Airport (FAR)PHX - FAR
2. Take the bus from Fargo to Brainerd
8h 57m
$394–1,889
Bus, train, taxi
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Flagstaff Train Station
2. Take the train from Flagstaff to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Staples Amtrak Station
4. Take the taxi from Staples Amtrak Station to Brainerd
2d
$330–669
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from North Phoenix Metro Center Transit Station to Maricopa
2. Take the train from Maricopa to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to St. Paul-Minneapolis
4. Take the bus from St. Paul to Brainerd
2d 22h

Phoenix to Brainerd by bus and train

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2dAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,305.8 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

What companies run services between Phoenix, AZ, USA and Brainerd, MN, USA?

Delta, Sun Country Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd via Albuquerque Bus Station, Denver Union Station, Des Moines, MSP Airport, and Minneapolis / St Paul Airport in around 42h 25m.

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