The cheapest and fastest buses from Louisville, KY to Minneapolis, MN
Cheapest price
$121
Average price
$121
Fastest journey
16 h 45 m
Average duration
16 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
973 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Louisville, KY 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 Louisville, KY to Minneapolis, MN will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $121.
Of the 1 buses that leave Louisville, KY for Minneapolis, MN on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 973 km distance in an average of 16 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 45 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 16 h 45 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Louisville, KY to Minneapolis, MN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Louisville, KY to Minneapolis, MN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €70, and a flight costs an average of €89.
Distance: 604 miles (973 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€113 Average price Cheapest | €172 Average price | €234 Average price |
15h 48m Average total duration 15h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 4m Average total duration 13h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration Fastest 4h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Louisville, KY to Minneapolis, MN bus times
The table below shows live departures for Louisville, KY to Minneapolis, MN buses for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:10 AM Louisville, KY | 31h25 | 3:35 PM Minneapolis, MN | 1 transfer | |
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Compare prices and tickets Louisville, KY to Minneapolis, MN by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Louisville, KY to Minneapolis, MN
Distance 604 miles (973 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $86 (€70) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 14h 50m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 20:50 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Louisville, KY to Minneapolis, MN start from as low as $86 (€70) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $138 (€113) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Louisville, KY to Minneapolis, MNYou can travel by bus between Louisville, KY to Minneapolis, MN with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $86 (€70). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Louisville, KY to Minneapolis, MN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Louisville, KY 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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