What is the cheapest way to get from Wausau to Brainerd?

The cheapest way to get from Wausau to Brainerd is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wausau to Brainerd?

The fastest way to get from Wausau to Brainerd is to drive and fly which takes 4h 51m and costs $70 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Wausau and Brainerd?

No, there is no direct bus from Wausau to Brainerd. However, there are services departing from Wausau Transit Center and arriving at Brainerd via Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Wausau to Brainerd?

The distance between Wausau and Brainerd is 323 miles. The road distance is 309.6 miles.

How do I travel from Wausau to Brainerd without a car?

The best way to get from Wausau to Brainerd without a car is to bus which takes 8h and costs $60 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Wausau to Brainerd?

It takes approximately 8h to get from Wausau to Brainerd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wausau to Brainerd bus from?

Wausau to Brainerd bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Wausau Transit Center station.

Bus or fly from Wausau to Brainerd?

The best way to get from Wausau to Brainerd is to bus which takes 8h and costs $60 - $110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $85 - $360 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Wausau to Brainerd bus arrive?

Wausau to Brainerd bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Minneapolis Bus Station.

Can I drive from Wausau to Brainerd?

Yes, the driving distance between Wausau to Brainerd is 310 miles. It takes approximately 5h 28m to drive from Wausau to Brainerd.

How do I get a bus ticket from Wausau to Brainerd?

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Where can I stay near Brainerd?

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Wausau Transit Center to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0150S
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Brainerdbus Jefferson Lines 927
8h
$62–106
Drive 307.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wausau to Brainerdcar 307.8 mi
5h 28m
$57–82
Fly from Central Wisconsin Airport
1. Fly from Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD)plane CWA - BRD
8h 23m
$87–360
Bus via Richfield
1. Take the bus from Wausau Transit Center to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0150S
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerdbus Groome Transportation - Brainerd
9h 12m
$89–113
Drive to Rhinelander, fly
1. Drive from Wausau to Rhinelander (RHI)car
2. Fly from Rhinelander (RHI) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD)plane RHI - BRD
4h 51m
$73–357

Wausau to Brainerd by bus

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Distance: 321 mi
Duration: 8h

What companies run services between Wausau, WI, USA and Brainerd, MN, USA?

You can take a bus from Wausau Transit Center to Brainerd via Minneapolis in around 8h. Alternatively, Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) 3 times a day.

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