What is the cheapest way to get from Rochester to Spirit Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Spirit Lake is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rochester to Spirit Lake?

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Spirit Lake is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Spirit Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Spirit Lake. However, there are services departing from Groome Transportation Office - Rochester and arriving at Jackson via Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Rochester to Spirit Lake?

The distance between Rochester and Spirit Lake is 290 miles. The road distance is 166.4 miles.

How do I travel from Rochester to Spirit Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Rochester to Spirit Lake without a car is to bus via Minneapolis Airport (MSP) which takes 6h 52m and costs $170 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Rochester to Spirit Lake?

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Rochester to Spirit Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Spirit Lake bus from?

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

Where does the Rochester to Spirit Lake bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to Spirit Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Spirit Lake is 166 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Rochester to Spirit Lake.

Where can I stay near Spirit Lake?

There are 75+ hotels available in Spirit Lake.

Rochester to Spirit Lake - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Rochester to Spirit Lake by bus, car, or shuttle

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Bus via Minneapolis Airport (MSP)
best
1. Take the bus from Groome Transportation Office - Rochester to Minneapolis / St Paul Airportbus Groome Transportation
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Jacksonbus Jefferson Lines 701
6h 52m
$172–207
Drive 165.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to Spirit Lakecar 165.5 mi
2h 49m
$31–44
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Rochester to Mankato, MNshuttle
2. Take a shuttle bus from Mankato, MN to Speedway Fairmontshuttle
3. Take the bus from Fairmont to Jacksonbus
6h 21m
$109–188
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 966
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Jacksonbus Jefferson Lines 701
7h 26m
$151–197

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Distance: 288.8 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

What companies run services between Rochester, MN, USA and Spirit Lake, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Groome Transportation Office - Rochester to Spirit Lake via Minneapolis / St Paul Airport, Terminal 1 Station, Target Field Station Platform 2, Minneapolis, and Jackson in around 6h 52m.

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