What is the cheapest way to get from Elk Rapids to Minneapolis?

The cheapest way to get from Elk Rapids to Minneapolis is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 11h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elk Rapids to Minneapolis?

The fastest way to get from Elk Rapids to Minneapolis is to fly which takes 2h 21m and costs $110 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Elk Rapids and Minneapolis?

No, there is no direct bus from Elk Rapids to Minneapolis station. However, there are services departing from Traverse City and arriving at Minneapolis Bus Station via St. Ignace, Escanaba and Green Bay Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 45m.

How far is it from Elk Rapids to Minneapolis?

The distance between Elk Rapids and Minneapolis is 399 miles. The road distance is 591.6 miles.

How do I travel from Elk Rapids to Minneapolis without a car?

The best way to get from Elk Rapids to Minneapolis without a car is to bus and train which takes 19h 5m and costs $400 - $650.

How long does it take to get from Elk Rapids to Minneapolis?

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Elk Rapids to Minneapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elk Rapids to Minneapolis bus from?

Elk Rapids to Minneapolis bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Traverse City station.

Bus or fly from Elk Rapids to Minneapolis?

The best way to get from Elk Rapids to Minneapolis is to fly which takes 2h 21m and costs $110 - $480. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $180 - $300 and takes 19h 45m.

Where does the Elk Rapids to Minneapolis bus arrive?

Elk Rapids to Minneapolis bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at St. Ignace station.

What is the time difference between Elk Rapids and Minneapolis?

Minneapolis is 1h behind Elk Rapids. It is currently 11:16 PM in Elk Rapids and 10:16 PM in Minneapolis.

Can I drive from Elk Rapids to Minneapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Elk Rapids to Minneapolis is 592 miles. It takes approximately 11h 20m to drive from Elk Rapids to Minneapolis.

Where can I stay near Minneapolis?

There are 575+ hotels available in Minneapolis.

Elk Rapids to Minneapolis - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Elk Rapids to Minneapolis by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Traverse City (TVC) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane TVC - MSP
2h 21m
$118–472
Drive 588.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elk Rapids to Minneapoliscar 588.1 mi
11h 20m
$108–155
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Traverse City to Grand Rapidsbus
2. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain
19h 5m
$402–623
Bus
1. Take the bus from Traverse City to St. Ignacebus
2. Take the bus from St. Ignace to Escanababus
3. Take the bus from Escanaba to Green Baybus
4. Take the bus from Green Bay Transit Center to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus
19h 45m
$184–291
Bus via Chicago
1. Take the bus from Traverse City to Grand Rapidsbus
2. Take the bus from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
4. Take the bus from Madison to Minneapolisbus
21h 36m

Traverse City (TVC) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) flights

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Distance: 396.3 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Elk Rapids, MI, USA and Minneapolis, MN, USA?

Delta flies from Traverse City (TVC) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Elk Rapids to Minneapolis Bus Station via Traverse City, St. Ignace, Escanaba, and Green Bay Transit Center in around 19h 45m.

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