Getting to and from Minneapolis St Paul International Airport (MSP)

Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport provides state-of-the-art systems to ensure its customers' transportation is effective, safe, and efficient.

Transportation services to and from MSP include rental cars, taxis, rideshares, shuttles, public buses, and trains.

Passengers may plan their transfer options to avoid delays while in transit.

This airport has over a hundred shops, restaurants, and services that provide a combination of local favorites and well-known national brands that passengers love.

Keep up to date on the latest flight information from each of the seventeen commercial airlines that service over 165 destinations from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.

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How to Get Between Terminals 1 and 2

• The light rail transit (LRT) service between MSP's terminals is free.
• Trains operate between terminals 24 hours a day, seven days a week, approximately every 10 minutes during peak hours and every 15 minutes otherwise.

The MSP LRT service is described in greater detail on the light rail transit page at https://www.mspairport.com/airport/accessibility/accessible-ground-transportation.

Inter-Terminal Shuttle Service for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs)

• The inter-terminal shuttle service at MSP is a complimentary option for customers with mobility issues to travel between terminals.
• People with accessibility issues, the elderly, families with young children, and those with other special needs have access to the shuttle as an alternative to the Light Rail Transit system.
• A wheelchair lift is installed in the van. This service is always available and departs approximately every 20 minutes for no cost.
• At Terminal 1, passengers are dropped off and picked up at the curb of Level 1 of the Gold Ramp on the east roadway. Look for signs directing passengers overhead.
• At Terminal 2, the shuttle picks up and drops off passengers on the Purple Ramp's ground level.

Call + 1 612-725-4681 for more information and to speak with the local dispatch.

Rental Car Services at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport

Car rental counters are available at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport at the Ground Transportation Center of Terminals 1 and 2. See all rental car companies at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport.

Generally, the rental facility is open 24/7, but you can inquire about specific service hours and return procedures with your service provider.

• To speed up the process when picking up your vehicle at the facility, please have your valid driving license, passport, and credit card ready to present at the counter.
• As soon as you have submitted any necessary paperwork, someone will bring you your car key and lead you to where your vehicle is stored.
• Plan and book your rental car as soon as possible before your trip. Also, check with your rental car company to confirm your reservation ahead of your trip.
• When ready to return your vehicle to the car rental center, remove all personal items before turning the rental vehicle over to the designated facility.
• Allow plenty of time for your drive when returning the vehicle. If you're unsure where to go, call the rental company.
• When renting a vehicle, customers must abide by the terms and conditions of the rental company at all times.
• Please contact the rental car company directly if any items are lost or found inside the vehicle.
• If you believe you have lost an item near the rental offices, don't hesitate to contact the Lost and Found Office at +1 612-726-5141.

Ride Shares at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport

Rideshares pick up and drop off passengers at the Ground Transportation Center at Terminals 1 and 2.

• Passengers can reserve rideshare by downloading the company's app on their smartphone and coordinating directly with their driver.
• They can also request a ride a few days before their flight to avoid the inconvenience.
• For added safety, ridesharing apps should let users verify the identity of drivers by checking out their faces, license plates, and colors.

Taxis at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport

Taxis pick up and drop off passengers at Terminal 1 and 2 Ground Transportation Centers. More information about taxis at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport.

The average cost for a one-way trip from the airport to downtown Minneapolis is approximately $45.00.

Trains at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport

For $2.50, travelers can connect at Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 to 17 other destinations, including downtown Minneapolis to the north and the Mall of America to the south for $2.50.

Transfers between Terminals 1 and 2 via Metro LRT are free. Additional information about train services at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport.

Buses at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport

Traveling to and from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport by public bus is convenient and economical.

City bus service (Route 54) is provided by Metro Transit. City bus picks up and drops off are located in the Ground Transportation Center on Level 1 of the Silver Ramp at Terminal 1. Further information about buses to and from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport.

Passengers arriving at Terminal 2 must take light rail transit (or another means of transportation) to Terminal 1 to access city buses. There is no charge for rail service between Terminals 1 and 2.

A one-way bus fare from the airport to downtown Minneapolis is $2.00.

Hotel Shuttle Services at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport

Many hotels in the area provide shuttle services. Passengers may confirm if this is available at their accommodation with their respective hotel.

Your shuttle should be available at the parking section at the Ground Transportation Center in front of the terminal.

Parking at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport

The airport provides several parking options for its customers in its two terminals. The parking facilities are open 24/7.

Shuttle buses are available to connect the parking areas in Terminals 1 and 2 with the gates of the airport terminal buildings. See more information about long and short-term parking at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport.

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