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How to get fromSeattle to Minneapolisby plane, bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Seattle to Minneapolis by plane, bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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  1. Fly

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    1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane plane SEA - MSP
    5h 41m
    $188–2,308

  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Seattle Bus Station to Spokane Stationbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Spokane to Billingsbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Billings to Minneapolisbus bus
    32h 5m
    $352–557

  3. Train (Amtrak)

    1. Take the train from Seattle to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain train Empire Builder
    38h 28m
    $563–1,174

  4. Drive 1,607.1 mi

    1. Drive from Seattle to Minneapoliscar car 1,607.1 mi
    25h 43m
    $294–424

Seattle to Minneapolis by bus

Calendar7Weekly Buses
Duration32h 5mAverage Duration
Ticket$352Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 1,418.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Seattle, WA, USA and Minneapolis, MN, USA?

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Delta, and two other airlines fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seattle Bus Station to Minneapolis via Spokane Station, Spokane, and Billings in around 32h 5m.

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