What is the cheapest way to get from Mankato to Cedar Rapids?

The cheapest way to get from Mankato to Cedar Rapids is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mankato to Cedar Rapids?

The fastest way to get from Mankato to Cedar Rapids is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs $40 - $60.

How far is it from Mankato to Cedar Rapids?

The distance between Mankato and Cedar Rapids is 314 miles. The road distance is 227.9 miles.

How do I travel from Mankato to Cedar Rapids without a car?

The best way to get from Mankato to Cedar Rapids without a car is to shuttle and bus which takes 10h 28m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Mankato to Cedar Rapids?

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Mankato to Cedar Rapids, including transfers.

Can I drive from Mankato to Cedar Rapids?

Yes, the driving distance between Mankato to Cedar Rapids is 228 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Mankato to Cedar Rapids.

Where can I stay near Cedar Rapids?

There are 47+ hotels available in Cedar Rapids.

Mankato to Cedar Rapids - 4 ways to travel via shuttle, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Mankato to Cedar Rapids by shuttle, plane, bus, or car

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Shuttle to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Mankato to Minneapolis / St Paul Airport Term 1shuttle
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane MSP - CID
5h 8m
$64–369
Drive 226.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mankato to Cedar Rapidscar 226.5 mi
4h 27m
$42–60
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Mankato, MN to Owatonna, MNshuttle
2. Take the bus from Owatonna to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Iowa Citybus
4. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
10h 28m
Shuttle to Rochester, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Mankato, MN to Rochester - Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Rochester (RST) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane RST - CID
9h 20m
$108–639

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) flights

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Distance: 312.2 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Mankato, MN, USA and Cedar Rapids, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Mankato to Cedar Rapids. However, you can take the shuttle to Minneapolis / St Paul Airport Term 1, walk to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) airport, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID), walk to Airport Terminal, then take the line 11 bus to GTC Bay 11. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle from Mankato, MN to GTC Bay 9 via Owatonna, MN, Owatonna, Des Moines, and Court St Transportation Center in around 10h 28m.

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How to get fromMankato to Cedar Rapidsby shuttle, plane, bus, or car

There are 4 ways to get from Mankato to Cedar Rapids by shuttle, plane, bus, or car

Shuttle to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly

Drive 226.5 mi

Shuttle, bus

Shuttle to Rochester, fly