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

The cheapest way to get from Wichita to Brainerd is to drive which costs $130 - $190 and takes 13h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wichita to Brainerd is to fly which takes 8h 47m and costs $100 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Wichita and Brainerd?

No, there is no direct bus from Wichita to Brainerd. However, there are services departing from Wichita Bus Stop and arriving at Brainerd via Kansas City, Des Moines and Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 55m.

How far is it from Wichita to Brainerd?

The distance between Wichita and Brainerd is 645 miles. The road distance is 714.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wichita to Brainerd without a car is to bus which takes 17h 55m and costs $80 - $330.

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

It takes approximately 8h 47m to get from Wichita to Brainerd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wichita to Brainerd bus from?

Wichita to Brainerd bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Wichita Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from Wichita to Brainerd?

The best way to get from Wichita to Brainerd is to fly which takes 8h 47m and costs $100 - $420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $330 and takes 17h 55m.

Where does the Wichita to Brainerd bus arrive?

Wichita to Brainerd bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Wichita to Brainerd?

Yes, the driving distance between Wichita to Brainerd is 714 miles. It takes approximately 13h 27m to drive from Wichita to Brainerd.

Where can I stay near Brainerd?

There are 40+ hotels available in Brainerd.

Wichita to Brainerd - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Wichita to Brainerd by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, 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.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Wichita Mid-Continent Airport (ICT) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD)plane ICT - BRD
8h 47m
$105–418
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wichita Bus Stop to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolisbus
4. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Brainerdbus
17h 55m
$81–321
Drive 710.3 mi
1. Drive from Wichita to Brainerdcar 710.3 mi
13h 27m
$130–188
Bus via Minneapolis Airport (MSP)
1. Take the bus from 2210 Somerset St - Wichita to 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to MSP Airportbus
4. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerdbus
17h 56m
$158–333

Wichita to Brainerd by bus

7Weekly Buses

17h 55mAverage Duration

$81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 641.2 mi
Duration: 8h 47m

What companies run services between Wichita, KS, USA and Brainerd, MN, USA?

Delta and American Airlines fly from Wichita Mid-Continent Airport (ICT) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wichita Bus Stop to Brainerd via Kansas City, Des Moines, and Minneapolis in around 17h 55m.

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