Bus from Kansas City, MO to Minneapolis: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Minneapolis on December 10
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ExpresoBus
4753 Parallel Pkwy
Lake St & Bloomington AveCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: 2025-12-02 CST.

Get from Kansas City to Minneapolis

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 46 minutes, and with fares starting at just $133, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
13h 46mAverage Duration
655 kmDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to Minneapolis by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Kansas City to Minneapolis?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Minneapolis start from $133. The average price for this route is around $140. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Kansas City to Minneapolis?

    The average bus travel time from Kansas City to Minneapolis is 13h 46m, covering a distance of 655 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.

  3. Which bus companies service the Kansas City to Minneapolis route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines, Tornado Bus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kansas City to Minneapolis?

    The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Minneapolis at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kansas City to Minneapolis?

    A bus trip from Kansas City to Minneapolis generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Kansas City to Minneapolis?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 759 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kansas City to Minneapolis?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Kansas City to Minneapolis?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kansas City to Minneapolis?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
12-07
$137
12-08
$137
Today
$256
12-10
$256
12-11
$137
12-12
$242
12-13
No data
12-14
$137
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Minneapolis was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $137

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kansas City, MO to Minneapolis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $137 to $256 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Minneapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $137 which is on 2025-12-11.

Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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