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Five ways to Travel from Minneapolis–saint Paul to San Francisco

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Cheapest
By car (3 203 km)
31 h 7 min
3203 km.
from $176
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Train
2 d 11 h 38 min
2548 km.
from $584.93
Bus
2 d 19 h 57 min
2548 km.
from $804.35
Bus, Plane
7 h 36 min
2548 km.
from $266.90

Transport providers

Airlines

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.82–$332.09
Plane from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
6h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.14–$421.50
Plane from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
4h 9m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$204.36–$395.95

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$306.54–$638.63
Plane from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
6h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$204.36–$702.50

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 18m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$153.27–$447.04
Plane from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
6h 17m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$191.59–$562.00
Plane from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
6h 39m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.82–$523.68

Sun Country Airlines

Website:
suncountry.com/
Plane from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Monday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$89.41–$408.72
Plane from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
3h 58m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$153.27–$459.82

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.22–$14.05

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Portland
Ave. Duration:
38h 4m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$178.82–$574.77
Train from Portland to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
18h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.64–$268.23

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
9h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.49–$229.91
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.82–$191.59
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
39h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$153.27–$830.22

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
9h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$42.15–$140.50
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$38.32–$127.73

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco?

The cheapest way to get from Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco is to fly which costs $86.96 - $315.22 and takes 6h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco?

The fastest way to get from Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco is to fly which takes 6h 2m and costs $86.96 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Minneapolis-Saint Paul and San Francisco?

No, there is no direct bus from Minneapolis-Saint Paul station to San Francisco. However, there are services departing from Marshall & Otis Station and arriving at San Francisco via Saint Paul Union Depot, Chicago Bus Station, St Louis Bus Station and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 19h.

Is there a direct train between Minneapolis-Saint Paul and San Francisco?

No, there is no direct train from Minneapolis-Saint Paul station to San Francisco. However, there are services departing from Raymond Ave Station and arriving at Civic Center / UN Plaza via St. Paul-Minneapolis, Portland and Lake Merritt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 11h.

How far is it from Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco?

The distance between Minneapolis-Saint Paul and San Francisco is 2585 km. The road distance is 3288.9 km.

How do I travel from Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco without a car?

The best way to get from Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco without a car is to train which takes 2 days 11h and costs $217.39 - $760.87 .

How long does it take to get from Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco?

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco bus from?

Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Saint Paul Union Depot station.

Where do I catch the Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco train from?

Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from St. Paul-Minneapolis station.

Train, bus or fly from Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco?

The best way to get from Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco is to fly which takes 6h 2m and costs $86.96 - $315.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $217.39 - $760.87 and takes 2 days 11h, you could also bus, which costs $206.52 - $1195.65 and takes 2 days 19h.

Where does the Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco bus arrive?

Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco train arrive?

Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Portland station.

Can I drive from Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco?

Yes, the driving distance between Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco is 3289 km. It takes approximately 31h 9m to drive from Minneapolis-Saint Paul to San Francisco.

Where can I stay near San Francisco?

There are 823+ hotels available in San Francisco. Prices start at $54.04 per night.
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