What is the cheapest way to get from Austin to Minneapolis?

The cheapest way to get from Austin to Minneapolis is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Austin to Minneapolis?

The fastest way to get from Austin to Minneapolis is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Austin and Minneapolis?

No, there is no direct bus from Austin to Minneapolis. However, there are services departing from Albert Lea and arriving at MSP Airport via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Austin to Minneapolis?

The distance between Austin and Minneapolis is 121 miles. The road distance is 98.6 miles.

How do I travel from Austin to Minneapolis without a car?

The best way to get from Austin to Minneapolis without a car is to bus via MSP Airport which takes 2h 31m and costs $100 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Austin to Minneapolis?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Austin to Minneapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Austin to Minneapolis bus from?

Austin to Minneapolis bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Albert Lea station.

Bus or fly from Austin to Minneapolis?

The best way to get from Austin to Minneapolis is to bus via MSP Airport which takes 2h 31m and costs $100 - $130. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $45 - $360 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Austin to Minneapolis bus arrive?

Austin to Minneapolis bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at MSP Airport station.

Can I drive from Austin to Minneapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Austin to Minneapolis is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Austin to Minneapolis.

Where can I stay near Minneapolis?

There are 591+ hotels available in Minneapolis.

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There are 5 ways to get from Austin to Minneapolis by bus, car, plane, or shuttle

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Bus via MSP Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Albert Lea to MSP Airportbus Jefferson 802
2h 31m
$103–130
Drive 98 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Austin to Minneapoliscar 98 mi
1h 50m
$18–26
Fly
1. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane RST - MSP
3h 12m
$47–359
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mayo Heath Systems to Mayo Health Systemsbus Austin to Albert Lea Hospital Shuttle
2. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Minneapolisbus Jefferson 702 / ...
3h 9m
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Sinclair - Austin, MN to Mankato, MNshuttle S MN Conn
2. Take the bus from Mankato, MN to 5th St Transit Center Gate Bbus Mankato
4h 53m
$25–77

Rochester (RST) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) flights

21Weekly Planes

54 minAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 120.5 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Austin, MN, USA and Minneapolis, MN, USA?

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Albert Lea to MSP Airport once daily. Tickets cost $30–45 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, Delta flies from Rochester (RST) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) 3 times a day.

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