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Minneapolis Institute of Art
Major art museum with a wide-ranging collection from ancient to contemporary works; one of the city’s top cultural stops.
Cheapest price
$172
Average price
$220
Fastest journey
1 d 4 h 25 m
Average duration
1 d 4 h 45 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
1435 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Harrisburg, PA 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 Harrisburg, PA to Minneapolis, MN will cost around $220 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $172.
It's difficult to get from Harrisburg, PA to Minneapolis, MN without transferring at least once.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to Minneapolis, MN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $193. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $193, and a flight costs an average of $373.
Distance: 891 miles (1435 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$227 Average price Cheapest | $346 Average price | $393 Average price | $214 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
27h 58m Average total duration 27h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23h 31m Average total duration 23h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Harrisburg, PA to Minneapolis, MN:
A bus is $119 (€98) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Harrisburg, PA to Minneapolis, MN costing on average $346 (€285).
A bus is $166 (€137) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Harrisburg, PA to Minneapolis, MN costing on average $393 (€324).
Other travel options to Minneapolis, MN take longer:
Train takes on average 23h 1m.
Bus takes on average 27h 28m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 28h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 28h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 29h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $110 |
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg, PA to Minneapolis, MN buses for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· + FlixBus | 2:50 PM Harrisburg, Market St (Bus Station), PA | 28h25 | 6:15 PM Minneapolis, 5th St Transit Center (Ramp B), MN | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus+![]() | 8:05 PM Harrisburg, Market St (Bus Station), PA | 29h00 | 12:05 AM Minneapolis, 5th St Transit Center (Ramp B), MN | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus+![]() | 2:30 AM Harrisburg, Market St (Bus Station), PA | 28h50 | 6:20 AM Minneapolis, 5th St Transit Center (Ramp B), MN | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Harrisburg, PA to Minneapolis, MN run on average 3 times per day, taking around 27h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $193 (€159) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 20:50. The fastest bus covers the 891 miles (1435 km) distance in 25h 20m.
Distance 891 miles (1435 km) |
Average bus duration 27h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $193 (€159) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 25h 20m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 8:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Major art museum with a wide-ranging collection from ancient to contemporary works; one of the city’s top cultural stops.
Leading contemporary art museum known for bold exhibitions, design, film, and performance programming.
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Moderate by U.S. city standards: casual food is reasonable, while downtown hotels and upscale dining cost more.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants; 15-20% for taxis and rideshares. USD 1-2 per drink at bars, USD 2-5 per bag for hotel porters, and a few dollars daily for housekeeping.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg, PA to Minneapolis, MN by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Minneapolis, MN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Harrisburg, PA to Minneapolis, MN buses use the Harrisburg, Market St (Bus Station) to Minneapolis, Hawthorne Ave & 10th St N station pair. Use this guide to compare Harrisburg, PA and Minneapolis, MN bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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