How to get from Government Plaza to Elk River by light rail?

From Government Plaza to Elk River by light rail

To get from Government Plaza to Elk River in Elk River, take the METRO BLUE LINE light rail from Government Plaza station to Target Field Station Platform 1 station. Next, take the NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAIL from Target Field station to Elk River station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 36 min. The light rail schedule from Government Plaza may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Elk River on the Moovit app.

96min
Light Rail - METRO BLUE LINEMETRO BLUE LINE
NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAILMETRO BLUE LINE
Walk to Elk River
Leaves from Government Plaza

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from light rail station
    Start from light rail station
    Government Plaza
  • 2
    Light Rail - METRO BLUE LINEMETRO BLUE LINE
    Wait for light rail
    METRO BLUE LINE
    To Mpls-Target Field
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Target Field Station Platform 1
    ID 56333
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to
    Walk to
    Target Field
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAILMETRO BLUE LINE
    Wait for
    NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAIL
    Northstar / Big Lake Sta
  • 6
    Ride to
    Ride to
    Elk River
    37 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elk River
    Walk to
    Elk River
    Voyageur Highway
    2.23 mi • 46 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Government Plaza to Elk River by and light rail

To get from Government Plaza to Elk River in Elk River, take the METRO GREEN LINE light rail from Government Plaza station to Target Field Station Platform 1 station. Next, take the NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAIL from Target Field station to Elk River station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 42 min. The light rail schedule from Government Plaza may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Elk River on the Moovit app.

102min
Light Rail - METRO GREEN LINEMETRO GREEN LINE
NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAILMETRO GREEN LINE
Walk to Elk River
Leaves from Government Plaza

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from light rail station
    Start from light rail station
    Government Plaza
  • 2
    Light Rail - METRO GREEN LINEMETRO GREEN LINE
    Wait for light rail
    METRO GREEN LINE
    To Mpls-Target Field
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Target Field Station Platform 1
    ID 56333
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to
    Walk to
    Target Field
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAILMETRO GREEN LINE
    Wait for
    NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAIL
    Northstar / Big Lake Sta
  • 6
    Ride to
    Ride to
    Elk River
    37 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elk River
    Walk to
    Elk River
    Voyageur Highway
    2.23 mi • 46 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Government Plaza to Elk River

The distance between Government Plaza and Elk River is approximately 31.42 mi, which can typically be travelled in 96 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Government Plaza to Elk River by light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elk River – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail schedule from Government Plaza to Elk River

To check the light rail schedule from Government Plaza to Elk River using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Government Plaza) and destination (Elk River), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available light rail routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each light rail, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest light rail schedules.

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From Government Plaza to Elk River by and light rail

To get from Government Plaza to Elk River in Elk River, take the METRO GREEN LINE light rail from Government Plaza station to Target Field Station Platform 1 station. Next, take the NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAIL from Target Field station to Elk River station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 42 min. The light rail schedule from Government Plaza may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Elk River on the Moovit app.

102min
Light Rail - METRO GREEN LINEMETRO GREEN LINE
NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAILMETRO GREEN LINE
Walk to Elk River
Leaves from Government Plaza

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from light rail station
    Start from light rail station
    Government Plaza
  • 2
    Light Rail - METRO GREEN LINEMETRO GREEN LINE
    Wait for light rail
    METRO GREEN LINE
    To Mpls-Target Field
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Target Field Station Platform 1
    ID 56333
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to
    Walk to
    Target Field
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAILMETRO GREEN LINE
    Wait for
    NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAIL
    Northstar / Big Lake Sta
  • 6
    Ride to
    Ride to
    Elk River
    37 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elk River
    Walk to
    Elk River
    Voyageur Highway
    2.23 mi • 46 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Government Plaza to Elk River?

    The fastest way takes 96 minutes, using Light Rail line METRO BLUE LINE,.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Government Plaza to Elk River?

    The alternative route takes 102 minutes, using Light Rail line METRO GREEN LINE,.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Government Plaza and Elk River?

    No, you’ll have to take one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 36 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Government Plaza to Elk River?

    The METRO BLUE LINE light rail line goes from Target Field Station Platform 1 station near Government Plaza in Minneapolis to Target Field station. From there you’ll have to take till Target Field station near Elk River.

  • How long does it take to travel from Government Plaza to Elk River by light rail?

    The total travel time between Government Plaza and Elk River by light rail is about 1 hr 36 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Government Plaza to get to Elk River?

    Get on the METRO BLUE LINE light rail from the Target Field Station Platform 1 station near Government Plaza in Minneapolis.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between Government Plaza and Elk River?

    Get off the light rail at the Target Field station, which is closest to Elk River.

  • When is the last train from Government Plaza to Elk River?

    The last train from Government Plaza in Minneapolis to Elk River in Elk River is the Northstar Commuter Rail line. It leaves the Target Field station at 11:30 AM.

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