How to get from 38th Street to Elk River by light rail?

38th Street to Elk River - Light Rail Schedule

The METRO BLUE LINE light rail from 38th Street to Elk River usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5 min-4 hr 5 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 48 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From 38th Street to Elk River by light rail

To get from 38th Street to Elk River in Elk River, take the METRO BLUE LINE light rail from 38th Street 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 48 min. The light rail schedule from 38th Street may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Elk River on the Moovit app.

108min

METRO BLUE LINE

NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAIL

Leaves from 38th Street

Step by Step

1
Start from light rail station
38th Street
2
METRO BLUE LINE
Wait for light rail
METRO BLUE LINE
To Mpls-Target Field
3
Ride to light rail station
Target Field Station Platform 1
ID 56333
18 min
4
Walk to
Target Field
10 yd • 1 min
5
NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAIL
Wait for
NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAIL
Northstar / Big Lake Sta
6
Ride to
Elk River
37 min
7
Walk to
Elk River
Voyageur Highway
2.23 mi • 46 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

From 38th Street to Elk River by and bus

To get from 38th Street to Elk River in Elk River, take the 22 bus from 38th St Station & Gate C station to 7th St N & Twins Way station. Next, take the NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAIL from Target Field station to Elk River station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 19 min. The light rail schedule from 38th Street may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Elk River on the Moovit app.

139min

NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAIL

Leaves from 38th St Station & Gate C

Step by Step

1
Start from bus station
38th Street
2
22
Wait for bus
22
Brklyn Ctr Tc / N Lyndale / Via Bryant
3
Ride to bus station
7th St N & Twins Way
ID 2875
31 min
4
Walk to
Target Field
570 yd • 7 min
5
NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAIL
Wait for
NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAIL
Northstar / Big Lake Sta
6
Ride to
Elk River
37 min
7
Walk to
Elk River
Voyageur Highway
2.23 mi • 46 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from 38th Street to Elk River

The distance between 38th Street and Elk River is approximately 35.04 mi, which can typically be traveled in 108 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 38th Street 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 38th Street to Elk River

To check the light rail schedule from 38th Street to Elk River using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (38th Street) 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.

From 38th Street to Elk River by and bus

139min

NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAIL

Leaves from 38th St Station & Gate C

Step by Step

1
Start from bus station
38th Street
2
22
Wait for bus
22
Brklyn Ctr Tc / N Lyndale / Via Bryant
3
Ride to bus station
7th St N & Twins Way
ID 2875
31 min
4
Walk to
Target Field
570 yd • 7 min
5
NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAIL
Wait for
NORTHSTAR COMMUTER RAIL
Northstar / Big Lake Sta
6
Ride to
Elk River
37 min
7
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 38th Street to Elk River?
The fastest way takes 108 minutes, using Light Rail line METRO BLUE LINE,.
What is the alternative route to get from 38th Street to Elk River?
The alternative route takes 139 minutes, using Bus line 22,.
Is there a direct light rail between 38th Street and Elk River?
No, you’ll have to take one light rail line in total. The total traveling time is 1 hr 48 min.
Which light rail line goes from 38th Street to Elk River?
The METRO BLUE LINE light rail line goes from Target Field Station 1 station near 38th Street 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 38th Street to Elk River by light rail?
The total travel time between 38th Street and Elk River by light rail is about 1 hr 48 min.
Where do I get on the light rail near 38th Street to get to Elk River?
Get on the METRO BLUE LINE light rail from the Target Field Station 1 station near 38th Street in Minneapolis.
Where do I get off the light rail when traveling between 38th Street and Elk River?
Get off the light rail at the Target Field station, which is closest to Elk River.

Last updated on November 7, 2026

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