What is the cheapest way to get from Minnesota to South Carolina?

The cheapest way to get from Minnesota to South Carolina is to drive which costs $230 - $340 and takes 22h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Minnesota to South Carolina?

The fastest way to get from Minnesota to South Carolina is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 20m and costs $240 - $900.

Is there a direct train between Minnesota and South Carolina?

No, there is no direct train from Minnesota station to South Carolina station. However, there are services departing from Government Plaza Station and arriving at Charleston Amtrak Station via St. Paul-Minneapolis, Chicago Union Station and Petersburg Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 54m.

How far is it from Minnesota to South Carolina?

The distance between Minnesota and South Carolina is 970 miles. The road distance is 1287.3 miles.

How do I travel from Minnesota to South Carolina without a car?

The best way to get from Minnesota to South Carolina without a car is to train which takes 38h 54m and costs $550 - $1,200.

How long does it take to get from Minnesota to South Carolina?

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Minnesota to South Carolina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Minnesota to South Carolina train from?

Minnesota to South Carolina train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from St. Paul-Minneapolis station.

Train or fly from Minnesota to South Carolina?

The best way to get from Minnesota to South Carolina is to train which takes 38h 54m and costs $550 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $130 - $650 and takes 5h 7m.

What is the time difference between Minnesota and South Carolina?

South Carolina is 1h ahead of Minnesota. It is currently 7:58 PM in Minnesota and 8:58 PM in South Carolina.

Where does the Minnesota to South Carolina train arrive?

Minnesota to South Carolina train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Minnesota to South Carolina?

Yes, the driving distance between Minnesota to South Carolina is 1287 miles. It takes approximately 22h 38m to drive from Minnesota to South Carolina.

Where can I stay near South Carolina?

There are 1678+ hotels available in South Carolina.

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There are 5 ways to get from Minnesota to South Carolina by plane, taxi, train (Amtrak), or car

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Fly to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane MSP - CLT
2. Take the taxi from Charlotte-Airport-CLT to Rock Hilltaxi
4h 20m
$242–902
Fly to Charleston International Airport
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1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Charleston International Airport (CHS)plane MSP - CHS
5h 7m
$134–604
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Petersburg Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Petersburg Amtrak Station to Charleston Amtrak Stationtrain
38h 54m
$562–1,152
Drive 1,279.8 mi
1. Drive from Minneapolis to Charlestoncar 1,279.8 mi
22h 38m
$234–338
Fly to Asheville Regional Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)plane MSP - AVL
2. Take the taxi from Asheville-Airport-AVL to Greenvilletaxi
4h 38m
$242–662

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) flights

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Distance: 964 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Minnesota, USA and South Carolina, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Government Plaza Station to Charleston via Union Depot Station, St. Paul-Minneapolis, Chicago Union Station, Petersburg Amtrak Station, and Charleston Amtrak Station in around 38h 54m. Alternatively, Delta and Southwest Airlines fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Charleston International Airport (CHS) 3 times a day.

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How to get fromMinnesota to South Carolinaby plane, taxi, train (Amtrak), or car

There are 5 ways to get from Minnesota to South Carolina by plane, taxi, train (Amtrak), or car

Fly to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, taxi

Fly to Charleston International Airport

Train (Amtrak)

Drive 1,279.8 mi

Fly to Asheville Regional Airport, taxi