What is the cheapest way to get from Rochester to Bloomington?

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Bloomington is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rochester to Bloomington?

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Bloomington is to bus which takes 1h 24m and costs $51 - $53.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Bloomington?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Bloomington station. However, there are services departing from Groome Transportation Office - Rochester and arriving at MOA Transit Station Gate C via MSP Terminal 1 Transit Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Rochester to Bloomington?

The distance between Rochester and Bloomington is 82 miles. The road distance is 82.6 miles.

How do I travel from Rochester to Bloomington without a car?

The best way to get from Rochester to Bloomington without a car is to bus which takes 1h 24m and costs $51 - $53.

How long does it take to get from Rochester to Bloomington?

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Rochester to Bloomington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Bloomington bus from?

Rochester to Bloomington bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, depart from Groome Transportation Office - Rochester station.

Bus or fly from Rochester to Bloomington?

The best way to get from Rochester to Bloomington is to bus which takes 1h 24m and costs $51 - $53. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $40 - $360 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Rochester to Bloomington bus arrive?

Rochester to Bloomington bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, arrive at Minneapolis / St Paul Airport station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Bloomington?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Bloomington is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Rochester to Bloomington.

Where can I stay near Bloomington?

There are 466+ hotels available in Bloomington.

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There are 4 ways to get from Rochester to Bloomington by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Groome Transportation Office - Rochester to Minneapolis / St Paul Airportbus Groome Transportation
1h 24m
$51–53
Drive 82.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to Bloomingtoncar 82.2 mi
1h 28m
$15–22
Fly
1. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane RST - MSP
2h 25m
$43–359
Bus, line 4 bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 966
2. Take the bus from Hennepin & 8th St Station to 81st St W & Humboldt Ave Sbus 4
3h 22m
$33–45

Rochester to Bloomington by bus and foot

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Distance: 81.2 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Rochester, MN, USA and Bloomington, MN, USA?

Groome Transportation operates a bus from Groome Transportation Office - Rochester to Minneapolis / St Paul Airport every 4 hours. Tickets cost $40–50 and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, Delta flies from Rochester (RST) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) 3 times a day.

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