Duluth Airport Transfer Charter Bus Rentals
Getting your group to or from Duluth International Airport (DLH) — or all the way down I-35 to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) — doesn't have to mean juggling a caravan of cars through Duluth's hills in November weather. Duluthcharterbusservices.com makes finding group airport transportation fast and easy! Fill out one quick form and compare vehicles and rates from a large network of bus companies serving Duluth, Minnesota in seconds. Call 218-607-0690 or use our 30-second online quote tool to get started right now!
The Easiest Way to Find and Book Duluth Airport Transportation
You'll love that Duluthcharterbusservices.com is not a local bus company! Because we don't own any vehicles, you're never limited to just one fleet or whatever a single operator happens to have available on your travel date. Instead, Duluthcharterbusservices.com brings together a large network of independently owned transportation companies so you can compare more options and more packages than any one company offers.
Fill out one quick form, and you'll land on a results page showing available vehicles, photos, and pricing from a network of bus companies serving Duluth and the surrounding region — all without creating an account. Whether your group needs a compact sprinter van for a small team or a full-size 56-passenger charter bus for a large delegation heading to MSP, the options are right there waiting for you. Answer a few questions, compare your offers, and choose the bus that works for you!
See Different Buses, Pictures, and Packages for Your Airport Transportation
Browse a wide range of vehicle types through the network — from sprinter vans and 15- to 35-passenger minibuses to 56-passenger charter buses — all available to compare in one place with instant online pricing. Need a minibus to pick up a visiting corporate team at DLH and transfer them to a Canal Park hotel? Done.
Need a full-size motorcoach with undercarriage luggage bays to move 50 passengers from downtown Duluth all the way to Terminal 1 at MSP? That's right here too. You can compare available amenities like WiFi, power outlets, reclining seats, climate control, and onboard restrooms to find a bus that actually fits your group's needs.
No account required — just your trip details, and you'll see pricing in under 30 seconds!
56 Passenger Charter Bus
35 Passenger Minibus
30 Passenger Minibus
28 Passenger Minibus
25 Passenger Minibus
20 Passenger Minibus
18 Passenger Minibus
15 Passenger Minibus
15-50 Passenger Party Buses
Sprinter Van with Driver
Sprinter Limo
Vehicles shown above are NOT the exact makes and models available for every trip. We are NOT a transportation company and do not own or operate vehicles. Photos are examples only and may show stock or typical vehicles, not the exact vehicle offered for your reservation. Fill out the online quote form or call 218-607-0690 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Charter Bus Shuttles to Duluth International Airport (DLH)
Get your entire group to Duluth International Airport (DLH) (4701 Grinden Dr, Duluth, MN 55811) without the stress of coordinating a multi-car convoy through the city. DLH is a single-terminal airport, and commercial airport transportation uses the Commercial Vehicle Lane rather than curbside pickup. Your group assembles in the Commercial Vehicle Lane together, and the bus is there.
Arriving groups should gather all luggage before calling for pickup, since curbside time at any airport is limited. Landline’s Duluth-to-MSP airport coach connection gives you another direct way to move between the two airports without sending everyone in separate cars. Delta, United, and American all serve DLH with regional jet connections, primarily through Minneapolis-Saint Paul and Chicago O'Hare.
Whether you're departing or arriving, a Duluth charter bus rental keeps every passenger on the same schedule from the first pickup to the terminal door. Call 218-607-0690 to get your group moving!
Group Bus Transfers to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
Give your group access to hundreds of nonstop flights that DLH simply can't offer — by chartering a bus directly to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) (4300 Glumack Dr, St. Paul, MN 55111), approximately 155 miles south of Duluth via I-35. MSP is one of the busiest airports in the Midwest and serves as Delta's major hub, with nonstop service to destinations across the country and internationally. The drive takes roughly 2.5 to 3 hours under normal conditions — and in Duluth's winters, having one bus handle the I-35 run instead of splitting your group across multiple vehicles is a decision that makes itself.
MSP has two terminals: Terminal 1 (Lindbergh) for Delta, United, and American, and Terminal 2 (Humphrey) for Sun Country and Southwest. Confirm your terminal with your airline before departure, since the two terminals are not connected by pedestrian walkway. At Terminal 1, charter buses use the Silver Ramp from the inbound roadway by following the signs for “Buses/Oversized Vehicles”; at Terminal 2, they use the Ground Transportation Center directly across the street from departures.
Charter bus pickup at MSP is on the lower level ground transportation area outside baggage claim. Construction near Terminal 2 is increasing roadway congestion during peak travel periods, so add extra arrival time when your group is flying from Humphrey. Check current access details on the MSP ground transportation page before your trip.
Airport Shuttles for UMD Events, Graduations, and Hockey Season
Fill out one form and find airport transportation sized perfectly for the University of Minnesota Duluth's biggest travel weekends. UMD graduation in May, fall move-in in late August, and Bulldogs hockey season at Amsoil Arena (550 Harbor Dr, Duluth, MN 55802) all bring families flying into DLH from across the country — and getting everyone from the terminal to campus or Canal Park hotels without a parking scramble is exactly what a group shuttle handles. A minibus works perfectly for a smaller family group; a 56-passenger charter bus handles a large department's incoming visitors in one trip.
Compare vehicle sizes and pricing from a network of bus companies serving the Duluth area — and get pricing in under 30 seconds using our online tool or by calling 218-607-0690!
Bentleyville, Grandma's Marathon, and Seasonal Event Airport Transfers
Wherever your group is flying in for, Duluthcharterbusservices.com makes the airport transfer the easy part of the trip. Grandma's Marathon in June draws runners and spectators from across the country into DLH, with the race finishing at Canal Park — and a group shuttle from the airport means nobody misses the start because they were hunting for parking on Duluth's one-way hillside streets. Bentleyville "Tour of Lights" at Bayfront Festival Park (350 Harbor Dr, Duluth, MN 55802) runs November through December and draws 200,000+ visitors — making it one of the busiest group travel windows of the year in this region.
Whether your group is arriving for a wedding at Glensheen Mansion (3300 London Rd, Duluth, MN 55804), a convention at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, or a ski weekend at Spirit Mountain (9500 Spirit Mountain Pl, Duluth, MN 55810), the right airport shuttle is one form away!
Winter-Ready Group Airport Transportation Across Northeastern Minnesota
It just got easier to plan airport transportation that actually accounts for Duluth's winters. With an average of 86 inches of snow per year and lake-effect accumulation from Lake Superior, Duluth is one of the snowiest cities in the contiguous United States — and the I-35 corridor to MSP is subject to closures and significant delays from November through March. Splitting your group across five separate cars on a January morning with a 6 a.m. flight is a risk that a single charter bus eliminates.
One vehicle, one departure time, one pickup loop through the city, and your whole group arrives together regardless of what the weather is doing. You can check real-time road conditions on the MnDOT 511 system before your trip, and build the right buffer into your schedule when you book. Compare buses from a network of companies serving Duluth and northeastern Minnesota — call 218-607-0690 or use the online quote tool to get pricing in seconds!
Not in Duluth? You Can Still Find Airport Transportation Nearby
A group trip doesn't always start or end in the same spot, and Duluthcharterbusservices.com is built for exactly that. Whether your pickup is in downtown Duluth, across the harbor in Superior, Wisconsin, out in Hermantown near the airport, or further up the North Shore, the network of bus companies serving this region has you covered. You can also find transportation from communities across northeastern Minnesota — from Two Harbors and Silver Bay to Cloquet and Virginia — connecting your group to DLH or all the way south to MSP.
One quick form covers your entire route, no matter where your group is gathering from. Compare vehicles, packages, and pricing from a network of independently owned bus companies serving Duluth and the entire surrounding region, and choose the bus that fits your group!
How Much Does Airport Transportation in Duluth Cost?
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Passenger Charter Bus | $215 – $400+ | $235 – $425+ | $1,720 – $3,040+ | $6.40 – $9.15+ |
| 35 Passenger Minibus | $235 – $385+ | $265 – $400+ | $1,890 – $2,495+ | $6.40 – $9.15+ |
| 30 Passenger Minibus | $215 – $380+ | $250 – $395+ | $1,740 – $2,415+ | $6.10 – $8.80+ |
| 28 Passenger Minibus | $200 – $370+ | $230 – $385+ | $1,605 – $2,335+ | $5.85 – $8.45+ |
| 25 Passenger Minibus | $200 – $365+ | $205 – $380+ | $1,480 – $2,260+ | $5.60 – $8.10+ |
| 20 Passenger Minibus | $200 – $355+ | $200 – $370+ | $1,355 – $2,155+ | $5.35 – $7.70+ |
| 18 Passenger Minibus | $200 – $345+ | $200 – $365+ | $1,260 – $2,065+ | $5.20 – $7.45+ |
| 15 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $325+ | $190 – $345+ | $1,200 – $1,950+ | $4.95 – $7.15+ |
| 15-50 Passenger Party Bus | $260 – $445+ | $280 – $480+ | $1,905 – $3,065+ | $6.95 – $10.20+ |
| Sprinter Van with Driver | $200 – $390+ | $230 – $485+ | $1,455 – $2,950+ | $5.20 – $7.15+ |
| Sprinter Limo | $200 – $355+ | $200 – $370+ | $1,355 – $2,155+ | $5.35 – $7.70+ |
| ABOVE PRICES ARE JUST EXAMPLES. Your final price and vehicle options depend entirely on your specific trip details. To get an instant price quote for your trip, request an online quote or call 218-607-0690. | ||||
Frequently Asked Questions About Duluth Airport Transportation Services
You fill out one quick form with your pickup location, destination airport, travel date, and passenger count — and you land on a results page showing vehicles, photos, and pricing from a network of independently owned bus companies serving Duluth and the surrounding region. No account required, no callbacks to wait on. If you'd rather talk it through, 218-607-0690 is available every day of the year and a live agent will build a custom quote around your exact itinerary.
Duluthcharterbusservices.com is a quote-comparison and referral website — not a bus company. You share your trip details once using the online form or by calling 218-607-0690, and you're connected with pricing and vehicle options from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Duluth. Transportation is provided by those independent operators, and booking is completed through a national booking platform.
You compare, you choose, and you book — all in minutes, right online.
It depends on your destination and group size. DLH offers convenient regional jet service connecting primarily through MSP and Chicago O'Hare — great for groups who want a short drive to the airport. MSP, about 155 miles south via I-35, offers hundreds of nonstop routes that DLH can't match.
Many Duluth-area groups charter a bus directly to MSP to access better flight options and avoid connections. A charter bus makes the 2.5- to 3-hour drive comfortable and keeps everyone on one schedule, especially in winter when I-35 conditions can be unpredictable.
Duluth International Airport is a single-terminal facility, so commercial airport transportation uses the Commercial Vehicle Lane instead of curbside pickup — there's no multi-level roadway or terminal confusion to navigate. Your group should gather all passengers and luggage before calling for the bus, since curbside time at any airport is limited. The bus stages nearby and pulls into the Commercial Vehicle Lane once your whole group is assembled and ready to board together.
Check current ground transportation details on the official Duluth Airport website before your travel date.
MSP has two separate terminals. Terminal 1 (Lindbergh) serves Delta, United, American, and most major carriers — charter buses use the Silver Ramp from the inbound roadway by following the signs for “Buses/Oversized Vehicles”. Terminal 2 (Humphrey) serves Sun Country and Southwest — charter buses use the Ground Transportation Center directly across the street from departures there as well.
The two terminals are not connected by pedestrian walkway, so confirm your terminal with your airline before you travel. Review current access details on the MSP ground transportation page before your trip.
For most trips, two to four weeks of lead time gives you solid vehicle selection. For Duluth's peak travel periods — Grandma's Marathon in June, UMD graduation in May, Bentleyville in November and December, and UMD hockey playoff weekends — book three to six months out. Those windows fill fast across the entire region, and waiting until the last minute almost always means higher rates or no availability.
The earlier you compare, the more options you'll have to choose from. Call 218-607-0690 right now to lock in your date!
Winter travel on I-35 between Duluth and the Twin Cities is a real planning consideration — Duluth averages 86 inches of snow per year, and the highway corridor can see closures and significant delays from November through March. A charter bus keeps your entire group on one vehicle with one departure window, rather than splitting across multiple cars navigating the same conditions independently. Build extra buffer time into your schedule for winter departures, and check real-time road conditions on the MnDOT 511 system before you leave.
Your booking agent at 218-607-0690 can help you plan your timing around a realistic winter departure window.