What is the cheapest way to get from Minneapolis to Fort McMurray?

The cheapest way to get from Minneapolis to Fort McMurray is to drive which costs $450 - $650 and takes 25h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Minneapolis to Fort McMurray?

The fastest way to get from Minneapolis to Fort McMurray is to fly which takes 8h 55m and costs $280 - $1,200.

How far is it from Minneapolis to Fort McMurray?

The distance between Minneapolis and Fort McMurray is 1844 km. The road distance is 2276 km.

How long does it take to get from Minneapolis to Fort McMurray?

It takes approximately 8h 55m to get from Minneapolis to Fort McMurray, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Minneapolis and Fort McMurray?

Fort McMurray is 1h behind Minneapolis. It is currently 6:28 PM in Minneapolis and 5:28 PM in Fort McMurray.

Can I drive from Minneapolis to Fort McMurray?

Yes, the driving distance between Minneapolis to Fort McMurray is 2276 km. It takes approximately 25h 7m to drive from Minneapolis to Fort McMurray.

Where can I stay near Fort McMurray?

There are 23+ hotels available in Fort McMurray.

Minneapolis to Fort McMurray - 3 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Minneapolis to Fort McMurray by plane, train, bus, or car

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1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Fort Mcmurray Airport (YMM)plane MSP - YMM
8h 55m
$283–1,205
Train, bus, drive
1. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Shelby Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Shelby Transit Center to Port of Sweet Grassbus
3. Drive from Port of Sweet Grass to Lethbridgecar
4. Take the bus from Lethbridge to Edmontonbus
5. Take the bus from Edmonton South to Fort McMurray Downtownbus
38h 53m
$634–1,288
Drive 2,276 km
1. Drive from Minneapolis to Fort McMurraycar 2,276 km
25h 7m
$451–652

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Fort Mcmurray Airport (YMM) flights

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7h 51mAverage Duration

$280Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,843.5 km
Duration: 8h 55m

What companies run services between Minneapolis, MN, USA and Fort McMurray, AB, Canada?

WestJet and Delta fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Fort Mcmurray Airport (YMM) 4 times a day.

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How to get fromMinneapolis to Fort McMurrayby plane, train, bus, or car

There are 3 ways to get from Minneapolis to Fort McMurray by plane, train, bus, or car

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Train, bus, drive

Drive 2,276 km