The cheapest and fastest buses from Minneapolis, MN to Salt Lake City, UT
Cheapest price
$425
Average price
$425
Fastest journey
1 d 7 h 40 m
Average duration
1 d 7 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
1585 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Minneapolis, MN to Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT will cost around $425 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $425.
It's difficult to get from Minneapolis, MN to Salt Lake City, UT without transferring at least 2 times.
12:15 PM31h40Minneapolis, MN7:55 PMSalt Lake City, UT$4251One-way2 transfers
12:15 PM31h40Minneapolis, MN7:55 PMSalt Lake City, UT$4251One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Minneapolis, MN to Salt Lake City, UT
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Minneapolis, MN to Salt Lake City, UT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $236. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $236, and a train costs an average of $453.
Distance: 984 miles (1585 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$267 Average price Cheapest | $823 Average price | $400 Average price | $249 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
44h 0m Average total duration 43h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 70h 12m Average total duration 69h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 9m Average total duration Fastest 6h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 11m 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 Salt Lake City, UT:
A bus is $132 (€105) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Minneapolis, MN to Salt Lake City, UT costing on average $400 (€319).
A bus is $555 (€443) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Minneapolis, MN to Salt Lake City, UT costing on average $823 (€656).
Other travel options to Salt Lake City, UT take longer:
Bus takes on average 43h 30m.
Train takes on average 69h 42m.
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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.
Live departures
Minneapolis, MN to Salt Lake City, UT bus times
The table below shows live departures for Minneapolis, MN to Salt Lake City, UT buses for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:15 PM Minneapolis, MN | 31h40 | 7:55 PM Salt Lake City, UT | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Minneapolis, MN to Salt Lake City, UT
Buses from Minneapolis, MN to Salt Lake City, UT run on average 2 times per day, taking around 43h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $236 (€188) but you can travel from only $144 (€115) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 20:50. The fastest bus covers the 984 miles (1585 km) distance in 44h 40m.
Distance 984 miles (1585 km) |
Average bus duration 43h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $236 (€188) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 44h 40m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 8:50 PM |
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Bus providers: Greyhound from Minneapolis, MN to Salt Lake City, UTYou can travel by bus between Minneapolis, MN to Salt Lake City, UT with Greyhound for as low as $144 (€115). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Minneapolis, MN to Salt Lake City, UT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Minneapolis, MN to Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- 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.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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