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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Kansas City | Minneapolis | CheapestFastest | ||||
Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | Kansas City | Minneapolis (Mall of America) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | 4753 Parallel Pkwy | Lake St & Bloomington Ave | No tags | ||||
Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | Kansas City | Minneapolis (Mall of America) | No tags | ||||
Tornado Bus + Expreso | Bus | 4753 Parallel Pkwy | Lake St & Bloomington Ave | No tags |
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Get from Kansas City to Minneapolis
The journey takes about 13 hours 46 minutes, and with fares starting at just $133, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Kansas City and Minneapolis?
Stops in Kansas City
- A
Greyhound Station
1101 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64106
Stops in Minneapolis
- A
Greyhound Station
950 Hawthorne Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA - B
MSP Airport
Ground Transportation Center, Terminal 1, 6498 34th Ave S, St Paul, MN 55111, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to Minneapolis by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Kansas City to Minneapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Minneapolis start from $133. The average price for this route is around $141. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Kansas City to Minneapolis?
The average bus travel time from Kansas City to Minneapolis is 13h 46m, covering a distance of 652 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Kansas City to Minneapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines, Tornado Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kansas City to Minneapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Minneapolis at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kansas City to Minneapolis?
A bus trip from Kansas City to Minneapolis generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Kansas City to Minneapolis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 764 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kansas City to Minneapolis?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Kansas City to Minneapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a punctuality rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kansas City to Minneapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Minneapolis was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $130To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kansas City, MO to Minneapolis, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $130 to $255 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Minneapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $130 which is on 2026-01-09.
