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How to get fromSanta Monica to Minneapolisby plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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There are 5 ways to get from Santa Monica to Minneapolis by plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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  1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport

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    1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane plane LAX - MSP
    5h 59m
    $123–405

  2. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Kansas Citytrain train Southwest Chief
    2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Minneapolisbus bus Jefferson Lines 802 / ...
    47h 48m
    $628–1,344

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tulsa Bus Stationbus bus Greyhound US1210
    2. Take the bus from Tulsa to Minneapolisbus bus Jefferson Lines 802
    2d 2h
    $392–682

  4. Drive 1,857.2 mi

    1. Drive from Santa Monica to Minneapoliscar car 1,857.2 mi
    30h 32m
    $339–490

  5. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport

    1. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane plane BUR - MSP
    8h 40m
    $166–706

Santa Monica to Minneapolis by tram, bus, train, and foot

Calendar7Weekly Services
Duration47h 48mAverage Duration
Ticket$628Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 1,553.3 mi
  • Duration: 5h 59m

What companies run services between Santa Monica, CA, USA and Minneapolis, MN, USA?

Delta, Sun Country Airlines, and Southwest Airlines fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 2nd / Broadway to Minneapolis via Los Angeles Union Station and Tulsa in around 2d 2h.

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