What is the cheapest way to get from Big Lake to Brainerd?

The cheapest way to get from Big Lake to Brainerd is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Big Lake to Brainerd?

The fastest way to get from Big Lake to Brainerd is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Big Lake and Brainerd?

No, there is no direct bus from Big Lake to Brainerd. However, there are services departing from Big Lake Park & Ride and arriving at Brainerd via Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Big Lake to Brainerd?

The distance between Big Lake and Brainerd is 170 miles. The road distance is 88.3 miles.

How do I travel from Big Lake to Brainerd without a car?

The best way to get from Big Lake to Brainerd without a car is to bus which takes 4h 54m and costs $35 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Big Lake to Brainerd?

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Big Lake to Brainerd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Big Lake to Brainerd bus from?

Big Lake to Brainerd bus services, operated by Metro Transit, depart from Big Lake Park & Ride station.

Where does the Big Lake to Brainerd bus arrive?

Big Lake to Brainerd bus services, operated by Metro Transit, arrive at Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group B station.

Can I drive from Big Lake to Brainerd?

Yes, the driving distance between Big Lake to Brainerd is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Big Lake to Brainerd.

Where can I stay near Brainerd?

There are 77+ hotels available in Brainerd.

Big Lake to Brainerd - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Big Lake to Brainerd by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Big Lake Park & Ride to Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group Bbus 882
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Brainerdbus Jefferson Lines 927
4h 54m
$37–58
Drive 87.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Big Lake to Brainerdcar 87.7 mi
1h 36m
$16–24
Bus via Richfield
1. Take the bus from Big Lake Park & Ride to Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group Bbus 882
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerdbus Groome Transportation - Brainerd
5h 48m
$64

Big Lake to Brainerd by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

4h 54mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.7 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Big Lake, MN, USA and Brainerd, MN, USA?

You can take a bus from Big Lake Park & Ride to Brainerd via Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group B and Minneapolis in around 4h 54m.

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