There are 5 ways to get from Ottertail to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) by taxi, train, bus, rideshare, car, or train (Amtrak)
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Taxi, train (Amtrak)
best- Take the taxi from Ottertail to Detroit Lakes Amtrak Stationtaxi
- Take the train from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station to Grand Forks Stationtrain Empire Builder
3h 15m$110–175Drive 161.6 mi
cheapest- Drive from Ottertail to Grand Forks Airport (GFK)car 161.6 mi
2h 48m$30–43Bus
- Take the bus from Perham to Fargobus Jefferson Lines 829
- Take the bus from Fargo to Grand Forksbus Jefferson Lines 928
4h 33m$99–131Airport Transfer
- Take the rideshare from Ottertail to Grand Forks-GFK161.6 mi
2h 48mTrain (Amtrak)
- Take the train from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station to Grand Forks Stationtrain Empire Builder
4h 17m$90–154
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Ottertail to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 48m.
The fastest way to get from Ottertail to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $29 - $45.
No, there is no direct bus from Ottertail to Grand Forks Airport (GFK). However, there are services departing from Perham and arriving at Grand Forks via Fargo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.
No, there is no direct train from Ottertail station to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) station. However, there are services departing from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station and arriving at Grand Forks Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.
The distance between Ottertail and Grand Forks Airport (GFK) is 163 miles. The road distance is 162.5 miles.
The best way to get from Ottertail to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) without a car is to taxi and train which takes 3h 15m and costs $110 - $180.
It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Ottertail to Grand Forks Airport (GFK), including transfers.
Ottertail to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Perham station.
Ottertail to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station.
The best way to get from Ottertail to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) is to bus which takes 4h 33m and costs $95 - $140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $160 and takes 4h 17m.
What companies run services between Ottertail, MN, USA and Grand Forks Airport (GFK), USA?
You can take a vehicle from Ottertail to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) via Perham, Fargo, and Grand Forks in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station to Grand Forks Station twice daily. Tickets cost $35–85 and the journey takes 2h 28m.
Rome2Rio's guide to Amtrak
Contact DetailsContact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-872-7245
- Website
- Amtrak
Train from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station to Grand Forks Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 28m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- $35–85
- Website
- Amtrak
Train from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station to Grand Forks Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 28m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- $35–85
- Website
- Amtrak
- Phone
- +1-858-800-8898
- Website
- jeffersonlines.com
Bus from Perham to Fargo
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $27–40
- Book at
- Jefferson Lines
- Adult
- $27–40
Bus from Fargo to Grand Forks
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $29–40
- Book at
- Jefferson Lines
- Adult
- $29–40
- Website
- https://www.mozio.com
Rideshare from Ottertail to Grand Forks-GFK
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 48m
- Frequency
- On demand
- Ave. Duration
- 38 min
- Estimated price
- $60–80
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More Questions & Answers
Ottertail to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Fargo station.
Ottertail to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Grand Forks Station.
Yes, the driving distance between Ottertail to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Ottertail to Grand Forks Airport (GFK).
There are 52+ hotels available in Grand Forks Airport (GFK).
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Ottertail and Grand Forks Airport (GFK). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.







