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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Chicago (Bus Station) | Minneapolis | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Minneapolis Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Minneapolis Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Minneapolis Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Minneapolis Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chicago (Bus Station) | MSP Airport T1 (Minneapolis International Airport) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Minneapolis Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Minneapolis Bus Station | No tags |
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Get from Chicago to Minneapolis
The journey takes about 14 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Chicago and Minneapolis
Stops in Chicago
- A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA - 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 $71. The average price for this route is around $224. 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 travel time from Chicago to Minneapolis is 14h 20m, covering a distance of 570 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Minneapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Minneapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Minneapolis at 12:30am. 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 14.228625 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 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 767 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Minneapolis?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Minneapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 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.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Minneapolis was searched and found on Jul 24, 2026 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 Chicago to Minneapolis, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $76 to $272 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 $76 which is on 2026-07-24.
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.
