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

The cheapest way to get from Minnesota to Waterloo is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Minnesota to Waterloo is to fly and drive which takes 3h 35m and costs $60 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Minnesota and Waterloo?

No, there is no direct bus from Minnesota to Waterloo. However, there are services departing from Minneapolis and arriving at Waterloo via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Minnesota to Waterloo?

The distance between Minnesota and Waterloo is 292 miles. The road distance is 197.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Minnesota to Waterloo without a car is to bus which takes 8h 55m and costs $80 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Minnesota to Waterloo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Minnesota to Waterloo bus from?

Minnesota to Waterloo bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Minneapolis station.

Where does the Minnesota to Waterloo bus arrive?

Minnesota to Waterloo bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Minnesota to Waterloo?

Yes, the driving distance between Minnesota to Waterloo is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Minnesota to Waterloo.

Where can I stay near Waterloo?

There are 42+ hotels available in Waterloo.

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

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

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Fly, drive
best
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane MSP - CID
2. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Waterloocar
3h 35m
$63–349
Drive 196.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Minneapolis to Waterloocar 196.3 mi
3h 45m
$36–52
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from MSP Airport to Dudley's Cornerbus Jefferson 803
2. Drive from Dudley's Corner to Waterloocar
6h 23m
$59–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 801 / ...
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Waterloobus Greyhound US0154S
8h 55m
$84–129

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

21Weekly Planes

1h 10mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 290.2 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Minnesota, USA and Waterloo, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Minneapolis to Waterloo via Des Moines in around 8h 55m.

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