What is the cheapest way to get from Staples to Forest Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Staples to Forest Lake is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Staples to Forest Lake?

The fastest way to get from Staples to Forest Lake is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Staples and Forest Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Staples to Forest Lake. However, there are services departing from Staples and arriving at Forest Lake via Brainerd and Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Staples to Forest Lake?

The distance between Staples and Forest Lake is 180 miles. The road distance is 138.8 miles.

How do I travel from Staples to Forest Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Staples to Forest Lake without a car is to train and bus via Minneapolis which takes 5h 45m and costs $27 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Staples to Forest Lake?

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Staples to Forest Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Staples to Forest Lake bus from?

Staples to Forest Lake bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Staples station.

Where does the Staples to Forest Lake bus arrive?

Staples to Forest Lake bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Brainerd station.

Can I drive from Staples to Forest Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Staples to Forest Lake is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Staples to Forest Lake.

Where can I stay near Forest Lake?

There are 23+ hotels available in Forest Lake.

Staples to Forest Lake - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Staples to Forest Lake by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, bus via Minneapolis
best
1. Take the train from Staples Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Forest Lakebus Jefferson 911
5h 45m
$27–87
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Staples to Brainerdbus
2. Take the bus from Brainerd to Minneapolisbus
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Forest Lakebus
6h 40m
$17–149
Drive 138 mi
1. Drive from Staples to Forest Lakecar 138 mi
2h 57m
$26–37
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Staples to Brainerdbus
2. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane BRD - MSP
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Forest Lake Holiday Gas Stationbus
5h 7m
$92–497
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Staples Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Forest Lake Holiday Gas Stationbus Groome Transportation
5h 49m
$42–69
Bus via Minneapolis Airport (MSP)
1. Take the bus from Staples to Brainerdbus
2. Take the bus from Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd to Minneapolis / St Paul Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Forest Lake Holiday Gas Stationbus
7h 15m
$82–122

Staples to Forest Lake by train, tram, foot, and bus

5Weekly Services

5h 45mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 179 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Staples, MN, USA and Forest Lake, MN, USA?

You can take a bus from Staples to Forest Lake via Brainerd and Minneapolis in around 6h 40m.

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