What is the cheapest way to get from Minneapolis to Grand Island?

The cheapest way to get from Minneapolis to Grand Island is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 8h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Minneapolis to Grand Island?

The fastest way to get from Minneapolis to Grand Island is to fly and bus which takes 7h 39m and costs $140 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Minneapolis and Grand Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Minneapolis to Grand Island. However, there are services departing from Minneapolis and arriving at Grand Island via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 41m.

How far is it from Minneapolis to Grand Island?

The distance between Minneapolis and Grand Island is 530 miles. The road distance is 451.8 miles.

How do I travel from Minneapolis to Grand Island without a car?

The best way to get from Minneapolis to Grand Island without a car is to bus which takes 11h 41m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Minneapolis to Grand Island?

It takes approximately 11h 41m to get from Minneapolis to Grand Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Minneapolis to Grand Island bus from?

Minneapolis to Grand Island bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Minneapolis station.

Bus or fly from Minneapolis to Grand Island?

The best way to get from Minneapolis to Grand Island is to bus which takes 11h 41m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $170 - $600 and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Minneapolis to Grand Island bus arrive?

Minneapolis to Grand Island bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Minneapolis to Grand Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Minneapolis to Grand Island is 452 miles. It takes approximately 8h 17m to drive from Minneapolis to Grand Island.

How do I get a bus ticket from Minneapolis to Grand Island?

Book your Minneapolis to Grand Island bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Grand Island?

There are 23+ hotels available in Grand Island.

Minneapolis to Grand Island - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Minneapolis to Grand Island by bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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best
1. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 801 / ...
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Grand Islandbus Btw 1401
11h 41m
Drive 449.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Minneapolis to Grand Islandcar 449.2 mi
8h 17m
$82–119
Fly to Central Nebraska Regional Airport
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Central Nebraska Regional Airport (GRI)plane MSP - GRI
7h 59m
$174–568
Bus via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 801 / ...
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Ogallalabus Greyhound US0123
16h 45m
Fly to Kearney Municipal Airport, bus
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Kearney Municipal Airport (EAR)plane MSP - EAR
2. Take the bus from Kearney to Grand Island Bus Stationbus
7h 39m
$143–560
Fly to Omaha, bus
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Omaha (OMA)plane MSP - OMA
2. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Grand Island, NEbus
7h 45m
$576–999

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Central Nebraska Regional Airport (GRI) flights

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7h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 527.2 mi
Duration: 11h 41m

What companies run services between Minneapolis, MN, USA and Grand Island, NE, USA?

You can take a bus from Minneapolis to Grand Island via Des Moines in around 11h 41m. Alternatively, American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Central Nebraska Regional Airport (GRI) 4 times a day.

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How to get fromMinneapolis to Grand Islandby bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

There are 6 ways to get from Minneapolis to Grand Island by bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

Bus

Drive 449.2 mi

Fly to Central Nebraska Regional Airport

Bus via Des Moines

Fly to Kearney Municipal Airport, bus

Fly to Omaha, bus