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Minneapolis Institute of Art
Major fine arts museum with a globally significant collection spanning ancient to contemporary works. A top cultural stop in the city.
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Wisconsin Dells, WI 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 Wisconsin Dells, WI to Minneapolis, MN will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 3 buses that leave Wisconsin Dells, WI for Minneapolis, MN on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 316 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 4 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wisconsin Dells, WI to Minneapolis, MN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $220.
Distance: 196 miles (316 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$51 Average price Cheapest | $64 Average price | $451 Average price | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 31m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wisconsin Dells, WI to Minneapolis, MN:
A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wisconsin Dells, WI to Minneapolis, MN costing on average $64 (€52).
A bus is $400 (€327) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Wisconsin Dells, WI to Minneapolis, MN costing on average $451 (€369).
Other travel options to Minneapolis, MN take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 43m.
Flight takes on average 6h 31m.
You'll arrive about -2h -30m sooner (4h 43m by bus vs 3h 13m by car) and save roughly $-6.87 (€-5.62) compared to fuel and tolls ($51 (€42) vs $44 (€36)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
The table below shows live departures for Wisconsin Dells, WI to Minneapolis, MN buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 2:15 PM Wisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's), WI | 4h00 | 6:15 PM Minneapolis, 5th St Transit Center (Ramp B), MN | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 PM Wisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's), WI | 4h15 | 12:05 AM Minneapolis, 5th St Transit Center (Ramp B), MN | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 2:30 AM Wisconsin Dells, WI | 3h50 | 6:20 AM Minneapolis, MN | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:20 AM Wisconsin Dells, WI | 4h10 | 12:30 PM Minneapolis, MN | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 AM Wisconsin Dells, WI | 4h45 | 2:25 PM Minneapolis, MN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Wisconsin Dells, WI to Minneapolis, MN run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:20, the last at 20:50. The fastest bus covers the 196 miles (316 km) distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 196 miles (316 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 1:20 AM |
Last bus 8:50 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wisconsin Dells, WI 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.

Most Wisconsin Dells, WI to Minneapolis, MN buses use the Wisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's) to Minneapolis, Hawthorne Ave & 10th St N station pair. Use this guide to compare Wisconsin Dells, WI and Minneapolis, MN bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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