Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Minneapolis Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Minneapolis Bus Station | N Cumberland Ave | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Minneapolis Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Minneapolis Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Minneapolis Bus Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags |
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Get from Minneapolis to Chicago
The journey takes about 11 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Minneapolis and Chicago?
Stops in Minneapolis
- A
Greyhound Station
950 Hawthorne Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA - B
MSP Airport
Ground Transportation Center, Terminal 1, 6498 34th Ave S, St Paul, MN 55111, USA
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Minneapolis to Chicago by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Minneapolis to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Minneapolis to Chicago start from $60. The average price for this route is around $92. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Minneapolis to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Minneapolis to Chicago is 11h 10m, covering a distance of 567 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Minneapolis to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Minneapolis to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Minneapolis to Chicago at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Minneapolis to Chicago?
A bus trip from Minneapolis to Chicago generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Minneapolis to Chicago?
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 766 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Minneapolis to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Minneapolis to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Minneapolis to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Minneapolis to Chicago was searched and found on Mar 23, 2026 with a price of $71To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Minneapolis to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $71 to $237 for a bus ticket from Minneapolis to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $71 which is on 2026-03-23.
Usually Jefferson Lines 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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