What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo to Minneapolis?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo to Minneapolis is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo to Minneapolis?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo to Minneapolis is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo and Minneapolis?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo to Minneapolis. However, there are services departing from Waterloo and arriving at Minneapolis via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Waterloo to Minneapolis?

The distance between Waterloo and Minneapolis is 375 miles. The road distance is 197 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo to Minneapolis without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo to Minneapolis without a car is to bus which takes 8h 10m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Waterloo to Minneapolis?

It takes approximately 8h 10m to get from Waterloo to Minneapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo to Minneapolis bus from?

Waterloo to Minneapolis bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Waterloo station.

Bus or fly from Waterloo to Minneapolis?

The best way to get from Waterloo to Minneapolis is to bus which takes 8h 10m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $100 - $470 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Waterloo to Minneapolis bus arrive?

Waterloo to Minneapolis bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Waterloo to Minneapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo to Minneapolis is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Waterloo to Minneapolis.

How do I get a bus ticket from Waterloo to Minneapolis?

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Where can I stay near Minneapolis?

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Waterloo to Minneapolis - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Waterloo to Minneapolis by bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Waterloo to Des Moinesbus Btw 1209
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 802 / ...
8h 10m
Drive 195.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waterloo to Minneapoliscar 195.9 mi
3h 45m
$36–52
Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane ALO - MSP
5h 35m
$102–466
Bus via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Waterloo to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0154
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolisbus Jefferson 802 / ...
8h 40m
$60–118
Bus via Clear Lake
1. Take the bus from Waterloo to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Clear Lake Jct.bus
3. Take the bus from Clear Lake Jct. to Burnsvillebus
8h 56m
Bus to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Waterloo to Cedar Rapidsbus
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane CID - MSP
4h 20m

Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) flights

7Weekly Planes

5h 18mAverage Duration

$81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 372.7 mi
Duration: 8h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Waterloo to Minneapolis via Des Moines in around 8h 10m. Alternatively, American Airlines flies from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) once daily.

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