What is the cheapest way to get from Traverse City to Minneapolis?

The cheapest way to get from Traverse City to Minneapolis is to drive which costs $110 - $160 and takes 11h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Traverse City to Minneapolis?

The fastest way to get from Traverse City to Minneapolis is to fly which takes 2h 6m and costs $80 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Traverse City and Minneapolis?

No, there is no direct bus from Traverse City to Minneapolis station. However, there are services departing from Traverse City and arriving at Minneapolis Bus Station via St. Ignace, Escanaba and Green Bay Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 20m.

How far is it from Traverse City to Minneapolis?

The distance between Traverse City and Minneapolis is 387 miles. The road distance is 608.6 miles.

How do I travel from Traverse City to Minneapolis without a car?

The best way to get from Traverse City to Minneapolis without a car is to bus and train which takes 18h 39m and costs $340 - $550.

How long does it take to get from Traverse City to Minneapolis?

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Traverse City to Minneapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Traverse City to Minneapolis bus from?

Traverse City to Minneapolis bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Traverse City station.

Bus or fly from Traverse City to Minneapolis?

The best way to get from Traverse City to Minneapolis is to fly which takes 2h 6m and costs $80 - $430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $220 and takes 19h 20m.

Where does the Traverse City to Minneapolis bus arrive?

Traverse City to Minneapolis bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at St. Ignace station.

What is the time difference between Traverse City and Minneapolis?

Minneapolis is 1h behind Traverse City. It is currently 11:46 PM in Traverse City and 10:46 PM in Minneapolis.

Can I drive from Traverse City to Minneapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Traverse City to Minneapolis is 609 miles. It takes approximately 11h 42m to drive from Traverse City to Minneapolis.

Where can I stay near Minneapolis?

There are 574+ hotels available in Minneapolis.

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There are 5 ways to get from Traverse City to Minneapolis by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus (Amtrak)

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1. Fly from Traverse City (TVC) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane TVC - MSP
2h 6m
$80–428
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Traverse City to Grand Rapidsbus
2. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain
18h 39m
$343–549
Bus
1. Take the bus from Traverse City to St. Ignacebus
2. Take the bus from St. Ignace to Escanababus
3. Take the bus from Escanaba to Green Baybus
4. Take the bus from Green Bay Transit Center to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus
19h 20m
$120–219
Drive 605 mi
1. Drive from Traverse City to Minneapoliscar 605 mi
11h 42m
$111–160
Bus via Chicago
1. Take the bus from Traverse City to Grand Rapidsbus
2. Take the bus from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
4. Take the bus from Madison to Minneapolisbus
21h 10m

Traverse City to Minneapolis by bus, train, and tram

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Distance: 385 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Traverse City, MI, USA and Minneapolis, MN, USA?

Delta flies from Traverse City (TVC) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Traverse City to Minneapolis Bus Station via St. Ignace, Escanaba, and Green Bay Transit Center in around 19h 20m.

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