How To Get From Minneapolis–Saint Paul Airport To Downtown Minneapolis

Option 1:  METRO Blue Line Train Option 2: Shuttle Bus Option 3: Taxi / Rideshare

Option 1:  METRO Blue Line Train

  • Travel time: 25 minutes
  • Metro Transit offers theBlue Line light rail train. The Blue Line stops at both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 Stations. Running every 15-20 minutes and heading directly to downtown Minneapolis. Disembark at Nicollet Mall Station or another station in the downtown core.
  • More specifically the station for each terminal is located at:
  • Terminal 1: From the Tram Level, take the Hub Tram to the parking ramps (Blue, Red, and Silver) follow signs to the light rail station.
  • Terminal 2: From Level 1, go up a level to Orange Ramp skyway and follow signs to the light rail station.
  • Consider purchasingGo-To Card, MSP’s integrated fare card.  
  • Fare for METRO is $2.00 ($2.50 at peak times).
  • Cheapest & Fastest

Option 2: Shuttle Bus

Option 3: Taxi / Rideshare

  • Travel time: 20-25 minutes
  • Undoubtedly, the most expensive option from our list but the most private. In addition to taxis, Uber and Lyft offer private rideshare services from the airport. Travel time is approximately 20-25 minutes. Expect to pay at least $35-45 for a ride.