Chicago to Minneapolis bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 7 daily bus departures available, including %countNightTrains% night trains. The earliest bus departs from Chicago bus station at 05:00h, arriving at Minneapolis bus station at 13:20h the same day. While latest bus departs at 23:20h, arriving at 07:50h the following day.
Departure station and country
Chicago, USA (United States)
Arrival station and country
Minneapolis, USA (United States)
Travel Distance
408 mi
Average Trip Duration
09h 05min
Total Departures
7
Popular Operators
FlixBus
Lowest Price
$57
Transportation Options
Bus
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Getting from Chicago and Minneapolis by bus
The shortest travel distance between Chicago and Minneapolis is 408 mi.
The fastest bus which departs at 05:00 has a travel time of 08:20h.
The longest travel time on the route is 09:50h.
Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and toilet.
You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.
Overnight buses
If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Minneapolis earlier, there
are 4 night buses from Chicago to Minneapolis.
The overnight buses depart between and 23:20 and arrive between 01:45 and 07:50
the same day.
Bus companies operating the Chicago to Minneapolis route
FlixBus is the carrier operating this route. This company has been rated 1266 times by travelers. Here you can see their average rating.
Over 1266 travelers have shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Chicago to Minneapolis. The average rating is 0. You can read the users' review of the bus company below.
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