By ship
Duluth-Superior WI is an international seaport, by way of the Great Lakes and the St. Lawrence Seaway, and while the taconite industry has dropped way off from the Iron Range, timber is still shipped by boat. Cruise ships that travel the Great lakes have only recently begun adding Duluth as a stop on their itineraries.
By car
Duluth is about a 2.5 hour drive north of the Twin Cities on Interstate 35. A driver approaching Duluth on I-35 from the Twin Cities will be rewarded by a spectacular view of Duluth laid bare in the valley, just after entering the Duluth city limits, with a stunning view of Lake Superior into the horizon. Travelers not familiar with Duluth may be surprised at how elevated the surrounding hills are. The international airport sits at an elevation of 1,427 feet. After long hours of relatively flat and urbane scenery, the view is a treat, especially during peak fall colors. The highway then descends at a steep grade just to the east of downtown; Exit 256B is the recommended exit for most downtown attractions.
By bus
Duluth is served by both Greyhound (http://greyhound.com) and Jefferson Lines (http://jeffersonlines.com). The main bus terminal for both bus lines is located at 4426 Grand Ave; Jefferson Lines also stops at the College of St. Scholastica and the University of Minnesota-Duluth.