How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Minneapolis?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Minneapolis start from $43. The average price for this route is around $100. 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 Chicago to Minneapolis?

The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Minneapolis is 11h 5m, covering a distance of 348 miles (561 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 30m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Minneapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines , Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Minneapolis?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Minneapolis at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Minneapolis?

A bus trip from Chicago to Minneapolis generates an estimated 14 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 Chicago 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 759 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Minneapolis?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Jefferson Lines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Minneapolis?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Minneapolis?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to Minneapolis from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Minneapolis on December 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:45pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 35m	12:20am	Minneapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 30m	6:30am	Minneapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 20m	12:20am	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	11h 5m	6:30am	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:15pm	Chicago (Bus Station)	14h 20m	11:35am	Minneapolis	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Minneapolis on December 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 20m	6:35pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 30m	6:30am	Minneapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 45m	9:20am	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	3:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 20m	12:20am	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	3:55pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Minneapolis on December 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 30m	6:30am	Minneapolis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 45m	9:20am	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 20m	6:35pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	3:55pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:15pm	Chicago (Bus Station)	20h 35m	5:50pm	MSP Airport T1 (Minneapolis International Airport)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Minneapolis on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 20m	12:20am	Minneapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 30m	6:30am	Minneapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 45m	9:20am	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 20m	6:35pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	3:55pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Minneapolis on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 20m	12:20am	Minneapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 30m	6:30am	Minneapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 45m	9:20am	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 20m	6:35pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	3:55pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Minneapolis on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 30m	6:30am	Minneapolis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 45m	9:20am	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 20m	6:35pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	3:55pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 40m	3:55pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Minneapolis on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 40m	3:55pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 30m	6:30am	Minneapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 45m	9:20am	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 20m	6:35pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	3:55pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Minneapolis on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 40m	3:55pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 30m	6:30am	Minneapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 45m	9:20am	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 20m	6:35pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	3:55pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags

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Get from Chicago to Minneapolis

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day

11h 5mAverage Duration

348 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Minneapolis?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

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

Compare bus companies

Jefferson Lines

4/5761 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi3.2

Greyhound

3.5/587,448 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

According to customer reviews, the service provided by this company has received mixed feedback. Some customers express dissatisfaction with being left at a dangerous place late at night and experiencing delays. However, others appreciate that the bus made up for lost time and commend the driver for being nice and respectful.

Greyhound Chicago Minneapolis recent customer reviews

Stations were filthy, drug use in the bathrooms, had to reschedule my trip 3 times due to cancellations(I’m on probation out of state with a travel permit, I might be in trouble when I get home because of how delayed my arrival will be) overall awful experience, tried to give y’all a second chance after I had issues a couple years ago, but it’s clear I just have to take my business elsewhere

Matthew D.

August 31, 2023

The only thing I didn't like About it was 25 minutes late But other than that it was fantastic. She did make up the time and we really appreciate it. She was definireally nice. And Respectful

William W.

May 29, 2023

Worst service ever! They left me at a very dangerous place waiting very late at night, the bus never came and I had to go to a hostel, then leave the next day.

Maria M.

October 31, 2022

FlixBus

3.5/511,716 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago 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 Chicago to Minneapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Minneapolis start from $43. The average price for this route is around $100. 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 Chicago to Minneapolis?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Minneapolis is 11h 5m, covering a distance of 348 miles (561 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Minneapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Minneapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Minneapolis at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Minneapolis?
A bus trip from Chicago to Minneapolis generates an estimated 14 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 Chicago 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 759 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Minneapolis?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Jefferson Lines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Minneapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Minneapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/22

$117

12/23

$145

Today

$95

12/25

$77

12/26

$79

12/27

$68

12/28

$79

12/29

$64

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Minneapolis was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $64

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Minneapolis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $64 to $207 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Minneapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $64 which is on 2025-12-29.

Usually Jefferson Lines 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.