What is the cheapest way to get from Missouri to Detroit Lakes?

The cheapest way to get from Missouri to Detroit Lakes is to bus and train via Des Moines which costs $110 - $260 and takes 14h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Missouri to Detroit Lakes?

The fastest way to get from Missouri to Detroit Lakes is to fly and taxi which takes 6h 9m and costs $180 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Missouri and Detroit Lakes?

No, there is no direct bus from Missouri to Detroit Lakes. However, there are services departing from Kansas City and arriving at Detroit Lakes via Sioux Falls and Fargo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 10m.

How far is it from Missouri to Detroit Lakes?

The distance between Missouri and Detroit Lakes is 613 miles. The road distance is 632 miles.

How do I travel from Missouri to Detroit Lakes without a car?

The best way to get from Missouri to Detroit Lakes without a car is to bus and train which takes 13h 18m and costs $110 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Missouri to Detroit Lakes?

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Missouri to Detroit Lakes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Missouri to Detroit Lakes bus from?

Missouri to Detroit Lakes bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Kansas City station.

Where does the Missouri to Detroit Lakes bus arrive?

Missouri to Detroit Lakes bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Sioux Falls station.

Can I drive from Missouri to Detroit Lakes?

Yes, the driving distance between Missouri to Detroit Lakes is 632 miles. It takes approximately 10h 19m to drive from Missouri to Detroit Lakes.

Where can I stay near Detroit Lakes?

There are 33+ hotels available in Detroit Lakes.

Missouri to Detroit Lakes - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Missouri to Detroit Lakes by plane, taxi, bus, train, or car

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Fly from Kansas City, taxi
best
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Hector International Airport (FAR)plane MCI - FAR
2. Take the taxi from Fargo-Airport-FAR to Detroit Lakestaxi
6h 27m
$180–610
Drive 628.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kansas City to Detroit Lakescar 628.4 mi
10h 19m
$115–166
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to St. Paulbus Jefferson Lines 802 / ...
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Detroit Lakes Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Builder
13h 18m
$118–249
Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Hector International Airport (FAR)plane STL - FAR
2. Take the taxi from Fargo-Airport-FAR to Detroit Lakestaxi
6h 9m
$182–582
Bus, train via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Saint Paul Union Depotbus
3. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Detroit Lakes Amtrak Stationtrain
14h 39m
$118–252
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Sioux Fallsbus
2. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Fargobus
3. Take the bus from Fargo to Detroit Lakesbus
16h 10m
$179–256

Missouri to Detroit Lakes by bus and train

14Weekly Services

13h 18mAverage Duration

$118Cheapest Price

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Distance: 609.8 mi
Duration: 6h 27m

What companies run services between Missouri, USA and Detroit Lakes, MN, USA?

You can take a bus from Kansas City to Detroit Lakes via Sioux Falls and Fargo in around 16h 10m.

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