There are 4 ways to get from Pelican Rapids to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) by train (Amtrak), bus, rideshare, or car
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Train (Amtrak)
best- Take the train from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station to Grand Forks Stationtrain Empire Builder
3h 9m$94–150Drive 128.6 mi
cheapest- Drive from Pelican Rapids to Grand Forks Airport (GFK)car 128.6 mi
2h 12m$24–34Bus
- Take the bus from Fergus Falls to Fargobus Jefferson Lines 937
- Take the bus from Fargo to Grand Forksbus Jefferson Lines 928
4h 10m$114–147Airport Transfer
- Take the rideshare from Pelican Rapids to Grand Forks-GFK128.6 mi
2h 12m
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Pelican Rapids to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 12m.
The fastest way to get from Pelican Rapids to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $23 - $35.
No, there is no direct bus from Pelican Rapids to Grand Forks Airport (GFK). However, there are services departing from Fergus Falls and arriving at Grand Forks via Fargo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.
No, there is no direct train from Pelican Rapids 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 3h 9m.
The distance between Pelican Rapids and Grand Forks Airport (GFK) is 154 miles. The road distance is 129.3 miles.
The best way to get from Pelican Rapids to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs $90 - $150.
It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Pelican Rapids to Grand Forks Airport (GFK), including transfers.
Pelican Rapids to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Fergus Falls station.
Pelican Rapids to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station.
The best way to get from Pelican Rapids to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs $90 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $150 and takes 4h 10m.
What companies run services between Pelican Rapids, MN, USA and Grand Forks Airport (GFK), USA?
Amtrak operates a train from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station to Grand Forks Station twice daily. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Pelican Rapids to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) via Fergus Falls, Fargo, and Grand Forks in around 4h 10m.
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
- $35–80
- Website
- Amtrak
- Phone
- +1-858-800-8898
- Website
- jeffersonlines.com
Bus from Fergus Falls to Fargo
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- $25–35
- Book at
- Jefferson Lines
- Adult
- $25–35
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 Pelican Rapids to Grand Forks-GFK
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 12m
- Frequency
- On demand
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More Questions & Answers
Pelican Rapids to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Fargo station.
Pelican Rapids to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Grand Forks Station.
Yes, the driving distance between Pelican Rapids to Grand Forks Airport (GFK) is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Pelican Rapids to Grand Forks Airport (GFK).
There are 51+ hotels available in Grand Forks Airport (GFK).
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Pelican Rapids and Grand Forks Airport (GFK). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.







