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

The cheapest way to get from Willmar to Brainerd is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Willmar to Brainerd is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Willmar and Brainerd?

No, there is no direct bus from Willmar to Brainerd. However, there are services departing from Willmar and arriving at Brainerd via St. Cloud. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Willmar to Brainerd?

The distance between Willmar and Brainerd is 140 miles. The road distance is 123.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Willmar to Brainerd without a car is to bus which takes 4h and costs $13 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Willmar to Brainerd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Willmar to Brainerd bus from?

Willmar to Brainerd bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Willmar station.

Where does the Willmar to Brainerd bus arrive?

Willmar to Brainerd bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at St. Cloud station.

Can I drive from Willmar to Brainerd?

Yes, the driving distance between Willmar to Brainerd is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Willmar to Brainerd.

Where can I stay near Brainerd?

There are 78+ hotels available in Brainerd.

Willmar to Brainerd - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Willmar to Brainerd by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Willmar to St. CloudJefferson 926
2. Take the bus from St. Cloud to BrainerdJefferson 927
4h
$13–103
Drive 122.4 mi
1. Drive from Willmar to Brainerd122.4 mi
2h 16m
$23–33

Willmar to Brainerd by bus

7Weekly Buses

4hAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 139.5 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Willmar, MN, USA and Brainerd, MN, USA?

You can take a bus from Willmar to Brainerd via St. Cloud in around 4h.

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