What is the cheapest way to get from Mankato to Waterloo?

The cheapest way to get from Mankato to Waterloo is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mankato to Waterloo?

The fastest way to get from Mankato to Waterloo is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Mankato and Waterloo?

No, there is no direct bus from Mankato to Waterloo. However, there are services departing from Mankato and arriving at Waterloo via Minneapolis Bus Station and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 40m.

How far is it from Mankato to Waterloo?

The distance between Mankato and Waterloo is 364 miles. The road distance is 175.5 miles.

How do I travel from Mankato to Waterloo without a car?

The best way to get from Mankato to Waterloo without a car is to bus which takes 12h 40m and costs $70 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Mankato to Waterloo?

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Mankato to Waterloo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mankato to Waterloo bus from?

Mankato to Waterloo bus services, operated by Land to Air Express, depart from Mankato station.

Where does the Mankato to Waterloo bus arrive?

Mankato to Waterloo bus services, operated by Land to Air Express, arrive at Minneapolis station.

Can I drive from Mankato to Waterloo?

Yes, the driving distance between Mankato to Waterloo is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Mankato to Waterloo.

Where can I stay near Waterloo?

There are 42+ hotels available in Waterloo.

Mankato to Waterloo - 4 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Mankato to Waterloo by bus, plane, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
best
1. Take the bus from Mankato to Minneapolis-St. Paulbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane MSP - CID
3. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Waterloocar
4h 42m
$72–434
Drive 174.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mankato to Waterloocar 174.4 mi
3h 32m
$32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mankato to Minneapolisbus
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Waterloobus
12h 40m
$72–132
Bus, fly to Rochester, drive
1. Take the bus from Mankato to Minneapolis-St. Paulbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Rochester (RST)plane MSP - RST
3. Drive from Rochester-Airport-RST to Waterloocar
5h 23m
$70–406

Mankato to Waterloo by bus

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12h 40mAverage Duration

$72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 362.2 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Mankato to Waterloo via Minneapolis Bus Station and Des Moines in around 12h 40m.

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