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Minneapolis to Ely Private Car Service – Airport Transportation

Flying into Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport (MSP) and heading straight to Ely? Citywide is your MSP to Ely Private Car Service and your Minneapolis to Ely Private Car Service for travelers who want a direct ride north. If you’re looking for MSP airport to Ely MN Transportation that’s private and pre-scheduled, we pick you up and take you straight to your destination. This is a reliable Private Airport Ride MSP to Ely that skips rental car lines and gets your trip started sooner. For many guests, it’s the best MSP to Ely Cabin Shuttle Alternative when you want comfort, privacy, and a predictable plan after a long flight.

This spoke focuses on one direction only: MSP → Ely. If you want Door to Door Transportation MSP to Ely with no shared shuttle, no transfers, and no juggling rides, this page is for you. Citywide provides a true Flat Rate Car Service MSP to Ely and a practical MSP to Ely BWCA Trip Transportation option for cabin arrivals, outfitter meetups, and Northwoods schedules. For groups and families, it’s a second strong MSP to Ely Cabin Shuttle Alternative when coordinating multiple cars is the last thing you want.

Pricing for Ely (Zone 29)

PLAN

Number

minutes

Price

Price for 1 minute

Your text

Basic Car Service
To From MSP Pricing

Basic Car Service

$595
Daytime Rides (8am to 8pm)
for 1 - 3 people
Gratuity not included


----$10 For Each Addtional Rider over 3----


*(8pm to 8am)

After Hours
Driver Gratuity Not Included

$715

Zone 29

Black Car Service
To From MSP Pricing

Black Car Service


$715
Daytime Rides (8am to 8pm)
for 1 - 3 people
Gratuity not included


----$10 For Each Addtional Rider over 3----


*(8pm to 8am)

After Hours
Driver Gratuity Not Included

$855

ID 41

15 Passenger Private Van
To From MSP Pricing

Private Van

$745
Daytime Rides (8am to 8pm)
for 1 - 8 people
Gratuity not included


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*(8pm to 8am)

After Hours
Driver Gratuity Not Included

$915

9.00

Pricing Table
Pricing for BWCA / Northern Tier (Zone 33)

PLAN

Number

minutes

Price

Price for 1 minute

Your text

Basic Car Service

To From MSP Pricing

Basic Car Service

Daytime Rides (8am to 8pm)
$660 for 1 - 3 people
Gratuity Not Included

----$10 For Each Addtional Rider over 3----




*(8pm to 8am)
Gratuity Not Included. 
$790

Zone 33

Black Car Service

To From MSP Pricing

Black Car Service

Daytime Rides (8am to 8pm)
$790 for 1 - 3 people
Gratuity Not Included

----$10 For Each Addtional Rider over 3----




*(8pm to 8am)
Gratuity Not Included. 
$950

ID 45

15 Passenger Private Van

To From MSP Pricing

15 Passenger Private Van

Daytime Rides (8am - 8pm)
$820 for 1 - 9 people
Gratuity Not Included

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*(8pm to 8am)
Gratuity Not Included. 
$995

10.00

Pricing Table

Quick summary: Citywide provides private, flat-rate transportation from MSP Airport (Terminal 1 & Terminal 2) to Ely, MN and nearby BWCA entry-point areaspre-scheduled, never shared, and sized for your group plus luggage and outdoor gear.

Land at MSP Airport, grab your bags, and head straight to Ely, MN without renting a car or driving unfamiliar highways. Citywide provides direct MSP → Ely rides to cabins, lodges, hotels, and Ely-area outfitters — with vehicle options that fit families, couples, and large BWCA groups traveling with coolers and gear.

Pricing uses a clear zone system based on your exact destination:
Zone 29 covers Ely and nearby drop-offs.
Zone 33 applies to select BWCA / Northern Tier–style entry points beyond town that require additional miles and time.
Use the price tables above or request a quote with your exact drop-off location.

  • Direct MSP → Ely service with no shared shuttle and no transfers.
  • Space for cabin luggage, coolers, fishing gear, and canoe-trip bags (vans available for larger loads).
  • 24/7 by appointment with pickup timed to your arriving flight (Terminal 1 or Terminal 2).

Want the broader overview of all directions? See the MSP ↔ Ely primary page or our MSP → BWCA canoe transportation spoke.

Looking for other cities instead of Ely? Visit the Minneapolis Airport Transportation hub.


Ely / BWCA not your area? To see pricing to or from your specific city or town, click here

Flying into MSP? Go Straight to Ely with a Private Ride

Instead of renting a vehicle and driving after a long day of travel, let Citywide handle the MSP → Ely drive for you. Your driver tracks your arrival and provides a Private Airport Ride MSP to Ely that is calm, direct, and pre-planned. With a Flat Rate Car Service MSP to Ely, you know the ride is reserved for your group and your final destination. If you’re headed to a resort or cabin check-in, we can coordinate an Airport Pickup MSP to Ely Lodge plan that keeps your timing simple from baggage claim to drop-off.

Van overlooking a cabin in the BWCA
MSP to Ely & BWCA Private Transportation

What Happens When You Land at MSP

Meet your driver, load up, and head north

When your plane arrives, we’re already monitoring flight status so your MSP airport to Ely MN Transportation plan stays on track. After landing, you collect your bags, follow simple directions to the pickup area, and meet your Citywide driver. This is Door to Door Transportation MSP to Ely—no shared bus, no waiting for a “full shuttle,” and no switching vehicles mid-trip.

Your driver helps load luggage and outdoor gear, confirms your Ely-area destination, and gets you heading north. If you’re meeting an outfitter or starting a wilderness plan, we can set up MSP to Ely BWCA Trip Transportation that keeps your crew and gear together. It’s also a practical MSP to Ely Cabin Shuttle Alternative when you want a single, private ride instead of piecing together different services.

This service is especially helpful for families, older travelers, and groups arriving after dark or in winter weather. Many guests choose MSP to Ely Private Car Service because it removes the stress of unfamiliar highways and keeps the arrival-to-cabin process simple. If you’re comparing options, our Minneapolis to Ely Private Car Service is built for straightforward scheduling, clear communication, and a direct route north.

Designed for Cabin Stays, Outfitters, and BWCA Trips

Room for coolers, duffels, and gear

This MSP → Ely spoke is built for travelers whose real destination is a cabin, a lodge, or a BWCA outfitter. If you need a Private Van Service MSP to Ely for a bigger party, or a standard private car for a smaller group, we match the vehicle to your load. Many guests book Airport Pickup MSP to Ely Lodge drop-offs for resort check-ins, and others plan MSP to Ely BWCA Trip Transportation for outfitter meetups outside town.

  • Families flying in to spend a week at an Ely-area cabin or resort and looking for a dependable MSP airport to Ely MN Transportation option.
  • Small groups meeting at a BWCA outfitter who prefer a Private Airport Ride MSP to Ely instead of coordinating multiple arrivals.
  • Fishing groups headed to lakes and lodges north and east of Ely who want Door to Door Transportation MSP to Ely without extra transfers.
  • Travelers who would rather not rent and manage a vehicle for their entire stay and want a clear MSP to Ely Cabin Shuttle Alternative.

Instead of coordinating multiple rental cars or car swaps, you can bring everyone and everything in one private ride. Citywide can suggest the best vehicle type based on group size and gear: a car for smaller parties, or a Private Van Service MSP to Ely for larger groups with coolers and duffels. Many guests choose us specifically for Flat Rate Car Service MSP to Ely pricing and a simple plan from pickup to drop-off.

How the MSP → Ely Trip Typically Goes

Relax on the drive up to Ely
  1. Book ahead of your trip. Reserve your MSP to Ely Private Car Service with flight details, headcount, and your Ely destination.
  2. We track your flight. Your MSP airport to Ely MN Transportation pickup timing adjusts if your arrival changes.
  3. Meet your driver at MSP. You’ll receive simple instructions for your Private Airport Ride MSP to Ely meeting point after baggage claim.
  4. Load up your bags and gear. If you’re headed to a resort, we’ll confirm your Airport Pickup MSP to Ely Lodge destination details before departing.
  5. Drive to Ely. The trip usually takes about 3.5–4 hours depending on weather and traffic, with Door to Door Transportation MSP to Ely the entire way.
  6. Drop-off at your final stop. Cabin, lodge, hotel, or outfitter—this is a true MSP to Ely Cabin Shuttle Alternative with no extra taxi or shuttle needed.

If you have special requests—like a brief grocery stop, a quick bite on the way, or multiple nearby drop-off points—just mention that when you request a quote. We can also coordinate MSP to Ely BWCA Trip Transportation details for outfitter timing, and we’ll match the right vehicle whether you need a car or a Private Van Service MSP to Ely.

MSP → Ely – Frequently Asked Questions

Can you meet us inside the MSP terminal?

Yes. We’ll tell you exactly where to go based on your airline and terminal. Many groups choose to meet their driver near baggage claim or at a clearly marked pickup area with easy access.

Is this different from your main MSP ↔ Ely page?

Yes. This spoke focuses specifically on MSP → Ely inbound trips and the experience of landing at MSP and heading north. For a full overview of both directions, including Ely → MSP, visit the MSP ↔ Ely primary page in the Ely & BWCA hub.

How many people and how much gear can you take?

We regularly serve groups from 1–14 riders depending on the vehicle. Let us know how many people, bags, and pieces of gear you have (coolers, duffels, packs, etc.) so we can recommend the right car, SUV, or van.

Do I still need a rental car in Ely?

Many guests don’t. If you’re staying at a cabin, lodge, or with an outfitter that handles local shuttles, our MSP → Ely and Ely → MSP rides may be all you need. Others prefer to rent locally for a day or two instead of keeping a vehicle the entire trip.

Can you handle winter trips from MSP to Ely?

Yes. We’re accustomed to Northern Minnesota winters and the route between MSP and Ely. We plan extra time when conditions call for it so the trip is steady, safe, and as relaxed as possible.

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