What is the cheapest way to get from Saint Paul to Waterloo?

The cheapest way to get from Saint Paul to Waterloo is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saint Paul to Waterloo?

The fastest way to get from Saint Paul to Waterloo is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Saint Paul and Waterloo?

No, there is no direct bus from Saint Paul to Waterloo. However, there are services departing from Saint Paul Union Depot and arriving at Waterloo via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

How far is it from Saint Paul to Waterloo?

The distance between Saint Paul and Waterloo is 235 miles. The road distance is 190.5 miles.

How do I travel from Saint Paul to Waterloo without a car?

The best way to get from Saint Paul to Waterloo without a car is to bus which takes 9h 25m and costs $55 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Saint Paul to Waterloo?

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Saint Paul to Waterloo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saint Paul to Waterloo bus from?

Saint Paul to Waterloo bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Saint Paul Union Depot station.

Bus or fly from Saint Paul to Waterloo?

The best way to get from Saint Paul to Waterloo is to bus which takes 9h 25m and costs $55 - $110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $95 - $450 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Saint Paul to Waterloo bus arrive?

Saint Paul to Waterloo bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Saint Paul to Waterloo?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint Paul to Waterloo is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Saint Paul to Waterloo.

How do I get a bus ticket from Saint Paul to Waterloo?

Book your Saint Paul to Waterloo bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Waterloo?

There are 43+ hotels available in Waterloo.

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There are 5 ways to get from Saint Paul to Waterloo by bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, drive
best
1. Take the bus from St. Paul to Albert Leabus
2. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Latimerbus
3. Drive from Latimer to Waterloocar
5h 35m
$72–103
Drive 189.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Saint Paul to Waterloocar 189.4 mi
3h 35m
$35–50
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane MSP - CID
2. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Waterloocar
3h 43m
$63–360
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0156
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Waterloobus Greyhound US0154S
9h 25m
$55–110
Fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)plane MSP - ALO
5h 42m
$95–446

Saint Paul to Waterloo by bus (Greyhound)

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9h 25mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 234.1 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Saint Paul, MN, USA and Waterloo, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Waterloo via Des Moines in around 9h 25m. Alternatively, American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) 3 times a day.

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