What is the cheapest way to get from Albert Lea to Cedar Rapids?

The cheapest way to get from Albert Lea to Cedar Rapids is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Albert Lea to Cedar Rapids?

The fastest way to get from Albert Lea to Cedar Rapids is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Albert Lea and Cedar Rapids?

No, there is no direct bus from Albert Lea to Cedar Rapids. However, there are services departing from Albert Lea and arriving at GTC Bay 9 via Des Moines and Court St Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from Albert Lea to Cedar Rapids?

The distance between Albert Lea and Cedar Rapids is 291 miles. The road distance is 170.6 miles.

How do I travel from Albert Lea to Cedar Rapids without a car?

The best way to get from Albert Lea to Cedar Rapids without a car is to bus which takes 7h 32m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Albert Lea to Cedar Rapids?

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Albert Lea to Cedar Rapids, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Albert Lea to Cedar Rapids bus from?

Albert Lea to Cedar Rapids bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Albert Lea station.

Where does the Albert Lea to Cedar Rapids bus arrive?

Albert Lea to Cedar Rapids bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Albert Lea to Cedar Rapids?

Yes, the driving distance between Albert Lea to Cedar Rapids is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Albert Lea to Cedar Rapids.

Where can I stay near Cedar Rapids?

There are 49+ hotels available in Cedar Rapids.

Albert Lea to Cedar Rapids - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, shuttle, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Albert Lea to Cedar Rapids by bus (Greyhound), car, shuttle, or plane

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best
1. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Iowa Citybus
3. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
7h 32m
Drive 169.6 mi
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1. Drive from Albert Lea to Cedar Rapidscar 169.6 mi
3h 18m
$31–45
Shuttle, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Love's - Albert Lea, MN to Rochester - Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Rochester (RST) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane RST - CID
7h 58m
$67–377

Rochester (RST) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) flights

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6h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 289.2 mi
Duration: 7h 32m

What companies run services between Albert Lea, MN, USA and Cedar Rapids, IA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Albert Lea to GTC Bay 9 via Albert Lea, Des Moines, and Court St Transportation Center in around 7h 32m.

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