The cheapest and fastest buses from Rochester, MN to Minneapolis, MN
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rochester, MN 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 Rochester, MN to Minneapolis, MN will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 2 buses that leave Rochester, MN for Minneapolis, MN on Mon, Jan 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jan 19 the direct buses cover the 124 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
On Mon, Jan 19 the slowest buses will take 2 h 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.




Live departures
Rochester, MN to Minneapolis, MN bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rochester, MN to Minneapolis, MN buses for today, Sunday, January 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:35 PM Rochester, MN | 2h00 | 4:35 PM Minneapolis, MN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rochester, MN to Minneapolis, MN
Buses from Rochester, MN to Minneapolis, MN run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:15, the last at 14:45. The fastest bus covers the 77 miles (124 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 77 miles (124 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 10:15 |
Last bus 14:45 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Rochester, MN to Minneapolis, MN start from as low as $37 (€30) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $40 (€32) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 1 daily trains from Rochester, MN to Minneapolis, MN with 1 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 1h 30m but the average duration is 1h 33m
Train Operators
- Travel from Rochester, MN to Minneapolis, MN with Jefferson Lines
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Jefferson Lines.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 10:15 AM and the last at 02:45 PM
Bus providers: Jefferson Lines from Rochester, MN to Minneapolis, MNYou can travel by bus between Rochester, MN to Minneapolis, MN with Jefferson Lines for as low as $37 (€30). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Rochester, MN to Minneapolis, MN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochester, MN 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.

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