What is the cheapest way to get from Grinnell to Carleton College?

The cheapest way to get from Grinnell to Carleton College is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 4h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grinnell to Carleton College?

The fastest way to get from Grinnell to Carleton College is to drive and bus and taxi which takes 4h 40m and costs $150 - $220.

How far is it from Grinnell to Carleton College?

The distance between Grinnell and Carleton College is 254 miles. The road distance is 212.7 miles.

How long does it take to get from Grinnell to Carleton College?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Grinnell to Carleton College, including transfers.

Can I drive from Grinnell to Carleton College?

Yes, the driving distance between Grinnell to Carleton College is 213 miles. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Grinnell to Carleton College.

Where can I stay near Carleton College?

There are 99+ hotels available in Carleton College.

Grinnell to Carleton College - 3 ways to travel via car, bus, taxi, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Grinnell to Carleton College by car, bus, taxi, or plane

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Drive, bus, taxi
best
1. Drive from Grinnell to Amescar
2. Take the bus from Ames to Owatonnabus
3. Take the taxi from Owatonna to Carleton Collegetaxi
4h 40m
$152–213
Drive 211.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grinnell to Carleton Collegecar 211.5 mi
4h 49m
$39–56
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Grinnell to Des Moinesbus
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane DSM - MSP
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis-St Paul Airport to Carleton Collegebus
6h 36m
$170–726

Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) flights

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1h 12mAverage Duration

$66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 252.9 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Grinnell, IA, USA and Carleton College, MN, USA?

There is no direct connection from Grinnell to Carleton College. However, you can drive to Ames, take the bus to Owatonna, then take the taxi to Carleton College. Alternatively, you can drive from Grinnell to Carleton College in around 4h 49m.

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