Transportation to Crystal City Center from Airport
Crystal Airport
Connecting Minneapolis city of the United States with the rest of the world, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is also referred to briefly as MSP. The airport serves with two terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, which are connected with a rail system carrying passengers between the two. The airport, used by 36 million passengers in 2015, is the 16th largest airport in the United States.
Among the vehicles that can be used by the passengers who want to reach the city center from the airport are the taxis that wait their passengers in front of Minneapolis Airport. Moreover, there are shuttles that you can use to reach in almost every part of the city quickly, practically and economically, as well as rental cars, which is one of the most ideal alternatives for those who want to explore Minneapolis and its surroundings. As is the case in the United States, the distances between Minneapolis and the surrounding cities are quite long. For this reason, if you are planning to travel to other cities, taking a bus would be the right alternative.
If you prefer a luxurious and exclusive vehicle when traveling between the airport and the city center, you can also rent a limousine in the city. Another alternative is for those who like to ride a bicycle. In the city you can also commute between the airport and the city center by bicycle.
You can travel on two wheels comfortably thanks to parking spaces specially reserved for cyclists At Minneapolis Airport and convenient roads to ride a bicycle. You can also take your bike to the city center by taxi or public transport such as by bus.
You can find information about transport in and around the city center at the Lindbergh Ground Transportation consultation desk at Terminal 1 at any time of day.
Bus
After arriving at the airport, you have a chance to easily get to Minneapolis city center by taking the city bus waiting in front of Terminal 1 - Lindbergh. Moreover, bus fares in the city are also very convenient. Passengers arriving at Terminal 1 can go directly to the area where the buses are located and take one of the buses going to the city center.
Passengers arriving at Terminal 2, on the other hand, must arrive at bus stops at Terminal 1 using the rail system. You can also get detailed information by contacting phone number 612-341-4287 about the routes and current fares of city buses.
Greyhound buses, carrying passengers on the Jefferson line, also serve in the city. With these buses you can travel towards Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota. You have to come to Terminal 1 from Terminal 2 and other parts of the airport to get on the buses moving in front of the Transit Center here.
Passengers arriving at the airport by their private cars must leave their vehicles in the parking area, because only public transportation vehicles are allowed in this division.
Buses for rent are your third option to reach other cities in the vicinity of the city center. If you would like to take advantage of these buses, which are usually preferred by large groups and those coming to the city for an organization, you can get information from the information desk at the airport or book from the internet.
Car Rental
Renting a car is a much preferred way to commute in the city as it is in many cities of the United States. Once you have rented a car with the features you want from the car rental offices at the airport, you can reach the city center of Minneapolis by following the signs leading to the city center. But if you want to travel to different places around the city, taking a bus might be a better choice, because the distances between cities in the US are usually quite long, and renting a car for these distances can be both tedious and costly.
You can find car rental offices at the Ground Transport Center, just outside Terminal 1 and at Terminal 2. Companies such as Advantage, Alamo, AVIS, Budget, Dollar, Hertz, Enterprise, National and Thrifty usually serve from 6 am until midnight. What you need to rent a car is a driver's license with international validity.
You can deliver your rental car to the rental office located in the city center or to the offices located at Minneapolis Airport before your return journey. If you want to leave your car at a different point from the point of pick up, it is a good idea to get in touch with the officials beforehand.
Hotel Services
Minneapolis Airport also has shuttle services to many hotels located in the city center. It is advised to get detailed information about the schedule and fares of these services that depart from the airport terminal by contacting your hotel in advance.
Among the hotels that provide shuttle services from the airport to the city center are Hilton, Radisson, Marriott, Radisson Blu, Ramada, Super 8 and Best Western.
Rail System
You travel to both the Minneapolis city center and the Mall of America, in the south of the city, by taking a train from Minneapolis Airport. You can easily access the trains both from Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. At Terminal 1 you can easily get to the station where the trains depart from the red and blue parking lot.
The station is also very close to the transit center. From Terminal 2 you can use the elevators near the orange car park to arrive at the station where the trains depart. Trains taking passengers to the city center depart every 10 minutes during peak hours and every 10-15 minutes during the rest of the day.
You can reach Mall of America in approximately 12 minutes and the Minneapolis city center in approximately 25 minutes by train. You can easily get train tickets from the vending machines at the stations. Ticket fees vary according to the time of the trip; if you travel during the day between Monday and Friday, it will be 2.25 dollar and during weekends and at other hours of the week you will only pay 1.75 dollar.
There is also a light rail line that you can use to travel between airport terminals. You will be able to access Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 in a very short period of time. Moreover, these trains working between terminals are free.
If your luggage is too heavy that you cannot get on the train, you can still use passenger services operating between the terminals.
Taxi
If you are looking for a more convenient and practical way to get to the city center from Minneapolis Airport, you can consider the taxis that are waiting in front of the terminals among your options. At the airport, you have a chance to take a taxi in front of Lindbergh, Terminal 1, and Humphrey, Terminal 2. If you are traveling with children or if you are carrying heavy items, airport officials will also help you to find a taxi.
It would take about 20-25 minutes by taxi to reach the city center that is about 20 kilometers from Minneapolis Airport. The fare you need to pay at the end of this journey would be about 40-50 dollars. You can also share your taxi with others, if they are traveling in the same direction as you and you do not have a lot of luggage.
Airport Shuttle
You can benefit from airport shuttles and special service options to get to Minneapolis city center very quickly. It is suggested that you make a reservation in advance and get information about the route and fares of these services that depart both from Terminal 1 and 2.
You can find the vehicles of the shared service provided by SuperShuttle near the green parking lot at the exit of Terminal 1 and near the purple car park at Terminal 2.
If you are traveling with your family or a group, there are many special service options available at the airport that you can use to get to the city center. You can also find out about the fares and routes of these services by searching on the internet or from the information desk at the airport.
Renting a Limousine
Just as in other cities of the United States, limousines are often preferred by passengers in this city. If you are coming to the city for a business trip or if you want to travel with a more comfortable vehicle, you can rent a limousine at the airport and drive towards the center of the city.
Limousines are not among the first means of economic transport in the city. However, if you want to relax or have a different experience while traveling, you can have your limousine ready at the exit of the airport terminal upon your arrival by making an online reservation beforehand.
