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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | Albert Lea | Minneapolis (Mall of America) | Cheapest | ||||
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| Bus | Albert Lea | Minneapolis (Veterans Dr.) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Tienda Mexicana Talamantes | Lake St & Bloomington Ave | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Albert Lea | Minneapolis (Veterans Dr.) | No tags |
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Get from Albert Lea to Minneapolis
The journey takes about 4 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Albert Lea and Minneapolis?
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 traveling from Albert Lea 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 Albert Lea to Minneapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albert Lea to Minneapolis start from $28. The average price for this route is around $41. 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 Albert Lea to Minneapolis?
The average bus trip duration from Albert Lea to Minneapolis is 4h 55m, covering a distance of 85 miles (137 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Albert Lea to Minneapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines, Tornado Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albert Lea to Minneapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Albert Lea to Minneapolis at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 4:26pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albert Lea to Minneapolis?
A bus trip from Albert Lea to Minneapolis generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Albert Lea 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 766 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albert Lea to Minneapolis?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Albert Lea to Minneapolis?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a punctuality rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albert Lea to Minneapolis?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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 Albert Lea to Minneapolis was searched and found on Feb 9, 2026 with a price of $39To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albert Lea to Minneapolis, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $39 to $160 for a bus ticket from Albert Lea to Minneapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2026-02-12.
Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
