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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Minneapolis | St. Cloud West | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Minneapolis | St. Cloud | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Minneapolis (Mall of America) | 1st Ave S | No tags | ||||
| Bus | MSP Airport T1 (Minneapolis International Airport) | V.A. Health Care System | No tags | ||||
| Bus | MSP Airport T1 (Minneapolis International Airport) | V.A. Health Care System | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 11:25 AM CST.
Get from Minneapolis to St. Cloud
The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Founded in 1919, Jefferson Lines provides bus services across the Midwest in the US. Their buses have WiFi, USB plugs, bathrooms, reclining seats, reading lights and GPS tracking. Tickets are non-refundable, but you can change the date by paying a fee. Known for their affordable prices and convenient schedules, if you're looking to travel in the Midwest, Jefferson Lines is the way to go.
Jefferson Lines Minneapolis St. Cloud recent customer reviews
Polite, quite, and calm. Very nice driver.
Nancy R.
Good service. A little late but all is good.
Tommy H.
Nothing else to say
Adama S.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Minneapolis to St. Cloud 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 Minneapolis to St. Cloud?
The cheapest bus tickets from Minneapolis to St. Cloud start from $23. The average price for this route is around $23. 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 Minneapolis to St. Cloud?
The average bus trip duration from Minneapolis to St. Cloud is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 61 miles (98 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 9m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Minneapolis to St. Cloud route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 31 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Minneapolis to St. Cloud?
The earliest bus departs from Minneapolis to St. Cloud at 9:30am. And the latest bus departs at 6:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Minneapolis to St. Cloud?
A bus trip from Minneapolis to St. Cloud generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Minneapolis to St. Cloud was searched and found on Dec 23, 2025 with a price of $22To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Minneapolis to St. Cloud, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $22 to $22 for a bus ticket from Minneapolis to St. Cloud based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-12-26.
