The cheapest and fastest buses from Minneapolis, MN to Glenview, IL
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
8 h 25 m
Average duration
8 h 53 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
547 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Minneapolis, MN to Glenview, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Minneapolis, MN to Glenview, IL will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 2 buses that leave Minneapolis, MN for Glenview, IL on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 547 km distance in an average of 8 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 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.
5:45 PM9h20Minneapolis, MN3:05 AMGlenview, IL$661One-way0 transfers
1:50 AM8h25Minneapolis, MN10:15 AMGlenview, IL$821One-way0 transfers
1:50 AM8h25Minneapolis, MN10:15 AMGlenview, IL$821One-way0 transfers
5:45 PM9h20Minneapolis, MN3:05 AMGlenview, IL$661One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Minneapolis, MN to Glenview, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Minneapolis, MN to Glenview, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $65, and a flight costs an average of $94.
Distance: 339 miles (547 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$90 Average price Cheapest | $126 Average price | $312 Average price | $79 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 44m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Minneapolis, MN to Glenview, IL:
A bus is $36 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Minneapolis, MN to Glenview, IL costing on average $126 (€103).
A bus is $223 (€182) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Minneapolis, MN to Glenview, IL costing on average $312 (€256).
Other travel options to Glenview, IL take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 4m.
Bus takes on average 9h 14m.
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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.
Minneapolis, MN to Glenview, IL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $146 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $96 |
Live departures
Minneapolis, MN to Glenview, IL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Minneapolis, MN to Glenview, IL buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:25 PM Minneapolis, 5th St Transit Center (Ramp B), MN | 8h50 | 5:15 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 1:50 AM Minneapolis, MN | 8h25 | 10:15 AM Glenview, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:45 PM Minneapolis, MN | 9h20 | 3:05 AM Glenview, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Minneapolis, MN to Glenview, IL
Buses from Minneapolis, MN to Glenview, IL run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $65 (€53) but you can travel from only $47 (€39) by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 339 miles (547 km) distance in 8h 25m.
Distance 339 miles (547 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€53) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 8h 25m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
FAQs: Bus from Minneapolis, MN to Glenview, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Minneapolis, MN to Glenview, IL 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 Glenview, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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