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 and fly which takes 2h 49m and costs $60 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo and Minneapolis?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo to Minneapolis station. However, there are services departing from Waterloo and arriving at Minneapolis Bus Station via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

How far is it from Waterloo to Minneapolis?

The distance between Waterloo and Minneapolis is 292 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 20m and costs $60 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m 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 Greyhound USA, 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 20m and costs $60 - $100. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $100 - $490 and takes 8h.

Where does the Waterloo to Minneapolis bus arrive?

Waterloo to Minneapolis bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, 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?

There are 574+ hotels available in Minneapolis.

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

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Drive to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly
best
1. Drive from Waterloo to Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CIDcar
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane CID - MSP
2h 49m
$63–389
Drive 195.9 mi
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1. Drive from Waterloo to Minneapoliscar 195.9 mi
3h 45m
$36–52
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Waterloo to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0154S
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0156
8h 20m
$62–97
Drive to Rochester, fly
1. Drive from Waterloo to Rochester-Airport-RSTcar
2. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane RST - MSP
3h 27m
$62–370
Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane ALO - MSP
8h
$102–486

Waterloo to Minneapolis by bus (Greyhound)

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8h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 290.4 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Waterloo to Minneapolis Bus Station via Des Moines in around 8h 20m. Alternatively, American Airlines flies from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) 4 times a day.

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