What is the cheapest way to get from Detroit Lakes to Bloomington?

The cheapest way to get from Detroit Lakes to Bloomington is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Detroit Lakes to Bloomington?

The fastest way to get from Detroit Lakes to Bloomington is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 31m and costs $180 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit Lakes and Bloomington?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit Lakes to Bloomington station. However, there are services departing from Detroit Lakes and arriving at I-35W & 98th St Station via Brainerd and Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Detroit Lakes and Bloomington?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit Lakes station to Bloomington. However, there are services departing from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station and arriving at St. Paul-Minneapolis via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Detroit Lakes to Bloomington?

The distance between Detroit Lakes and Bloomington is 279 miles. The road distance is 207.4 miles.

How do I travel from Detroit Lakes to Bloomington without a car?

The best way to get from Detroit Lakes to Bloomington without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs $65 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Detroit Lakes to Bloomington?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Detroit Lakes to Bloomington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit Lakes to Bloomington bus from?

Detroit Lakes to Bloomington bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Detroit Lakes station.

Where do I catch the Detroit Lakes to Bloomington train from?

Detroit Lakes to Bloomington train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Detroit Lakes to Bloomington?

The best way to get from Detroit Lakes to Bloomington is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs $65 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $110 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Detroit Lakes to Bloomington bus arrive?

Detroit Lakes to Bloomington bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Brainerd station.

Where does the Detroit Lakes to Bloomington train arrive?

Detroit Lakes to Bloomington train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at St. Paul-Minneapolis station.

Can I drive from Detroit Lakes to Bloomington?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit Lakes to Bloomington is 207 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Detroit Lakes to Bloomington.

Where can I stay near Bloomington?

There are 527+ hotels available in Bloomington.

Detroit Lakes to Bloomington - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Detroit Lakes to Bloomington by taxi, plane, train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Taxi to Hector International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Detroit Lakes to Fargo-Airport-FARtaxi
2. Fly from Hector International Airport (FAR) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane FAR - MSP
2h 31m
$185–762
Drive 206.2 mi
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1. Drive from Detroit Lakes to Bloomingtoncar 206.2 mi
4h 7m
$38–55
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder
4h 57m
$66–135
Bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit Lakes to Brainerdbus Jefferson Lines 830
2. Take the bus from Brainerd to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 928
6h 58m
$69–102
Drive to Thief River Falls, fly
1. Drive from Detroit Lakes to Thief River Falls (TVF)car
2. Fly from Thief River Falls (TVF) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane TVF - MSP
3h 40m
$169–267

Detroit Lakes to Bloomington by train and bus (Amtrak)

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4h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 277 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Detroit Lakes, MN, USA and Bloomington, MN, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station to St. Paul-Minneapolis twice daily. Tickets cost $60–140 and the journey takes 4h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Detroit Lakes to I-35W & 98th St Station via Brainerd, Minneapolis, and Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group C in around 6h 58m.

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