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

The cheapest way to get from Bloomington to Minneapolis is to tram which costs $2 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bloomington to Minneapolis is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Bloomington and Minneapolis?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from I-35W & 98th St Station station and arriving at 2nd Ave S & 7th St - Stop Group F. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

Is there a direct train between Bloomington and Minneapolis?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mall of America Station station and arriving at Government Plaza Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Bloomington to Minneapolis?

The distance between Bloomington and Minneapolis is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bloomington to Minneapolis without a car is to bus which takes 23 min and costs $2 - $3.

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

The bus from I-35W & 98th St Station to 2nd Ave S & 7th St - Stop Group F takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bloomington to Minneapolis bus from?

Bloomington to Minneapolis bus services, operated by Metro Transit, depart from I-35W & 98th St Station.

Where do I catch the Bloomington to Minneapolis train from?

Bloomington to Minneapolis train services, operated by Metro Transit, depart from Mall of America Station.

Where does the Bloomington to Minneapolis bus arrive?

Bloomington to Minneapolis bus services, operated by Metro Transit, arrive at 2nd Ave S & 7th St - Stop Group F station.

Where does the Bloomington to Minneapolis train arrive?

Bloomington to Minneapolis train services, operated by Metro Transit, arrive at Government Plaza Station.

Can I drive from Bloomington to Minneapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Bloomington to Minneapolis is 12 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Bloomington to Minneapolis.

Where can I stay near Minneapolis?

There are 586+ hotels available in Minneapolis.

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There are 4 ways to get from Bloomington to Minneapolis by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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1. Take the bus from I-35W & 98th St Station to 2nd Ave S & 7th St - Stop Group Fbus METRO Orange Line
23 min
$2–3
Tram
1. Take the tram from Mall of America Station to Government Plaza Stationtram METRO Blue Line
34 min
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bloomington to Minneapolistaxi 11.9 mi
15 min
$35–45
Drive 11.9 mi
1. Drive from Bloomington to Minneapoliscar 11.9 mi
15 min
$3–4

Bloomington to Minneapolis by bus

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Distance: 12.2 mi
Duration: 23 min

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

Metro Transit operates a bus from I-35W & 98th St Station to 2nd Ave S & 7th St - Stop Group F every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 23 min. Minnesota Valley Transit also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Metro Transit operates a vehicle from Mall of America Station to Government Plaza Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 34 min.

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