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

The cheapest way to get from Bloomington to Brainerd is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bloomington to Brainerd is to fly which takes 2h 27m and costs $60 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Bloomington and Brainerd?

No, there is no direct bus from Bloomington to Brainerd. However, there are services departing from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport and arriving at Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Bloomington to Brainerd?

The distance between Bloomington and Brainerd is 126 miles. The road distance is 137.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bloomington to Brainerd without a car is to bus which takes 4h 18m and costs $62.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Bloomington to Brainerd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bloomington to Brainerd bus from?

Bloomington to Brainerd bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, depart from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport station.

Bus or fly from Bloomington to Brainerd?

The best way to get from Bloomington to Brainerd is to fly which takes 2h 27m and costs $60 - $340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $62 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Bloomington to Brainerd bus arrive?

Bloomington to Brainerd bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, arrive at Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd station.

Can I drive from Bloomington to Brainerd?

Yes, the driving distance between Bloomington to Brainerd is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Bloomington to Brainerd.

Where can I stay near Brainerd?

There are 96+ hotels available in Brainerd.

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There are 4 ways to get from Bloomington to Brainerd by plane, bus, or car

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1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD)plane MSP - BRD
2h 27m
$60–335
Drive 136.3 mi
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1. Drive from Bloomington to Brainerdcar 136.3 mi
2h 30m
$25–36
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1. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerdbus Groome Transportation - Brainerd
4h 18m
$62
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1. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Brainerdbus Jefferson 927 / ...
4h 26m
$37–57

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) flights

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Distance: 124.9 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

Delta flies from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) twice daily. Alternatively, Groome Transportation operates a bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd 5 times a day. Tickets cost $60 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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