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

The cheapest way to get from Brainerd to Bloomington is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brainerd to Bloomington is to fly which takes 1h 34m and costs $60 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Brainerd and Bloomington?

No, there is no direct bus from Brainerd to Bloomington. However, there are services departing from Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd and arriving at Minneapolis / St Paul Airport via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Brainerd to Bloomington?

The distance between Brainerd and Bloomington is 125 miles. The road distance is 136.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brainerd to Bloomington without a car is to bus which takes 3h 49m and costs $62.

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Brainerd to Bloomington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brainerd to Bloomington bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Brainerd to Bloomington?

The best way to get from Brainerd to Bloomington is to fly which takes 1h 34m and costs $60 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $62 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Brainerd to Bloomington bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brainerd to Bloomington?

Yes, the driving distance between Brainerd to Bloomington is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Brainerd to Bloomington.

Where can I stay near Bloomington?

There are 533+ hotels available in Bloomington.

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane BRD - MSP
1h 34m
$60–354
Drive 135.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brainerd to Bloomingtoncar 135.7 mi
2h 29m
$25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd to Minneapolis / St Paul Airportbus Groome Transportation - Brainerd
3h 49m
$62
Bus via Minneapolis
1. Take the bus from Brainerd to Minneapolisbus Jefferson 928 / ...
3h 49m
$41–57

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

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Distance: 124.7 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

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

Delta flies from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) twice daily. Alternatively, Groome Transportation operates a bus from Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd to Minneapolis / St Paul Airport every 4 hours. Tickets cost $60 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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