The cheapest and fastest buses from Minneapolis, MN to Louisville, KY
Cheapest price
$191
Average price
$191
Fastest journey
16 h 55 m
Average duration
16 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
973 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Minneapolis, MN to Louisville, KY 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 Louisville, KY will cost around $191 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $191.
Of the 1 buses that leave Minneapolis, MN for Louisville, KY 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 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 55 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 16 h 55 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 Minneapolis, MN to Louisville, KY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Minneapolis, MN to Louisville, KY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €69. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €69, and a flight costs an average of €94.
Distance: 604 miles (973 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€122 Average price Cheapest | €200 Average price | €376 Average price |
15h 50m Average total duration 15h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 44m Average total duration 14h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Minneapolis, MN to Louisville, KY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Minneapolis, MN to Louisville, KY buses for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:00 PM Minneapolis, MN | 16h55 | 11:55 AM Louisville, KY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Minneapolis, MN to Louisville, KY
Buses from Minneapolis, MN to Louisville, KY run on average 7 times per day, taking around 15h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $85 (€69) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 20:50. The fastest bus covers the 604 miles (973 km) distance in 15h 30m.
Distance 604 miles (973 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $85 (€69) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 15h 30m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 20:50 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Minneapolis, MN to Louisville, KYYou can travel by bus between Minneapolis, MN to Louisville, KY with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $85 (€69). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Minneapolis, MN to Louisville, KY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Minneapolis, MN to Louisville, KY 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 Louisville, KY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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