Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$117
Fastest journey
8 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 54 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
571 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN will cost around $117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
Of the 7 buses that leave Chicago, IL for Minneapolis, MN on Mon, Jul 14, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 14 the direct buses cover the 571 km distance in an average of 8 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .
On Mon, Jul 14 the slowest buses will take 9 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, and a flight costs an average of €59.
Distance: 354 miles (571 km)
Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
---|---|---|
€72 Average price Cheapest | €158 Average price | €209 Average price |
9h 9m Average total duration 8h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 27m Average total duration 7h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:15 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 9h40 | 8:55 PM Minneapolis, 5th St Transit Center (Ramp B), MN | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:15 PM Chicago, Cumberland Blue Line Station, IL | 8h40 | 8:55 PM Minneapolis, 5th St Transit Center (Ramp B), MN | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:15 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 9h30 | 11:45 PM Minneapolis, 5th St Transit Center (Ramp B), MN | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 9h25 | 4:55 AM Minneapolis, 5th St Transit Center (Ramp B), MN | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 9h20 | 5:35 AM Minneapolis, 5th St Transit Center (Ramp B), MN | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 8h20 | 11:20 AM Minneapolis, 5th St Transit Center (Ramp B), MN | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:35 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 8h50 | 2:25 PM Minneapolis, 5th St Transit Center (Ramp B), MN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Distance 354 miles (571 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€47) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 8h 30m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:50 |
FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak buses will get you to Minneapolis, MN from Chicago, IL from $45 (€36). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
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