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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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 | Bus | MSP Airport T1 (Minneapolis International Airport) | Willmar | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Minneapolis | Willmar | No tags | ||||
| Bus | MSP Airport T1 (Minneapolis International Airport) | Willmar | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Minneapolis | Willmar | No tags | ||||
| Bus | MSP Airport T1 (Minneapolis International Airport) | Willmar | No tags |
Get from Minneapolis to Willmar
The journey takes about 3 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $71, 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 Willmar recent customer reviews
Couldn't be better! Clean immaculate bus, great driver, outlets for electronics. Great!
Dan W.
See above.
Barbara P.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Minneapolis to Willmar 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 Willmar?
The cheapest bus tickets from Minneapolis to Willmar start from $71. The average price for this route is around $78. 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 Willmar?
The average bus trip duration from Minneapolis to Willmar is 3h 55m, covering a distance of 87 miles (141 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 49m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Minneapolis to Willmar route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Minneapolis to Willmar?
The earliest bus departs from Minneapolis to Willmar at 9:30am. And the latest bus departs at 12:01pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Minneapolis to Willmar?
A bus trip from Minneapolis to Willmar generates an estimated 4 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 Willmar was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $76To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Minneapolis to Willmar, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $76 to $83 for a bus ticket from Minneapolis to Willmar based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $76 which is on 2025-12-28.
