What is the cheapest way to get from Lake City to Minneapolis?

The cheapest way to get from Lake City to Minneapolis is to drive which costs $12 - $19 and takes 1h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake City to Minneapolis?

The fastest way to get from Lake City to Minneapolis is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct train between Lake City and Minneapolis?

No, there is no direct train from Lake City station to Minneapolis station. However, there are services departing from Red Wing Station and arriving at U.S. Bank Stadium Station via Union Depot Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Lake City to Minneapolis?

The distance between Lake City and Minneapolis is 68 miles. The road distance is 70.9 miles.

How do I travel from Lake City to Minneapolis without a car?

The best way to get from Lake City to Minneapolis without a car is to train and line 94 bus which takes 2h 13m and costs $75 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Lake City to Minneapolis?

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Lake City to Minneapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake City to Minneapolis train from?

Lake City to Minneapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Red Wing Station.

Where does the Lake City to Minneapolis train arrive?

Lake City to Minneapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at St. Paul-Minneapolis station.

Can I drive from Lake City to Minneapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake City to Minneapolis is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Lake City to Minneapolis.

Where can I stay near Minneapolis?

There are 518+ hotels available in Minneapolis.

Lake City to Minneapolis - 6 ways to travel via train, line 94 bus, car

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There are 6 ways to get from Lake City to Minneapolis by train, bus, car, taxi, plane, or tram

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Train, line 94 bus
best
1. Take the train from Red Wing Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Depot & Sibley Station to 7th St S & Nicollet Mallbus 94
2h 13m
$78–105
Drive 70.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake City to Minneapoliscar 70.5 mi
1h 31m
$13–19
Drive, bus (Greyhound)
1. Drive from Lake City to Menomonie, WIcar
2. Take the bus from Menomonie, WI to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0150S / ...
2h 39m
$20–34
Taxi, fly
1. Take the taxi from Lake City to Rochester-Airport-RSTtaxi
2. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane RST - MSP
2h 11m
$193–500
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Red Wing Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder / ...
2. Take the tram from Union Depot Station to U.S. Bank Stadium Stationtram METRO Green Line
2h 23m
$78–104
Train, line 3 bus
1. Take the train from Red Wing Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Depot & Gate A1 to Washington Ave S & 3rd Ave / 2nd Avebus 3
2h 42m
$78–105

Rochester (RST) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) flights

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54 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 67.2 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Lake City, MN, USA and Minneapolis, MN, USA?

There is no direct connection from Lake City to Minneapolis. However, you can take the taxi to Red Wing Station, take the train to St. Paul-Minneapolis, walk to Union Depot & Sibley Station, then take the line 94 bus to 7th St S & Nicollet Mall. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Lake City to Minneapolis Bus Station via Menomonie, WI in around 2h 39m.

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