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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Minneapolis (U of MN - Huron Blvd) | Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW | CheapestFastest | ||||
Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | Minneapolis | Rochester (Kahler Mayo) | No tags | ||||
Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | Minneapolis | Rochester (Kahler Mayo) | No tags | ||||
Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | Minneapolis | Rochester (Kahler Mayo) | No tags | ||||
Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | Minneapolis | Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW | No tags |
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Get from Minneapolis to Rochester
The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Minneapolis and Rochester?
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 Rochester
- ASinclair Fuel Stop, 205 6th St SW, Rochester, MN 55902, USA
Compare bus companies
Based on 759 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Jefferson Lines ticket prices on this trip start at $44
Jefferson Lines Minneapolis Rochester recent customer reviews
The bus driver was professional and went out of his way to make sure everything we needed was addressed (the outlets were not working at first but he reset the charger and got them to work).
Joshua W.
Good service
Purushotham C.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Minneapolis to Rochester, MN, US 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 Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Minneapolis to Rochester start from $44. The average price for this route is around $60. 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 Rochester?
The average bus travel time from Minneapolis to Rochester is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 125 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Minneapolis to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Minneapolis to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Minneapolis to Rochester at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Minneapolis to Rochester?
A bus trip from Minneapolis to Rochester generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 Rochester, MN, US was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $42To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Minneapolis to Rochester, MN, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $42 to $47 for a bus ticket from Minneapolis to Rochester, MN, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-11-30.
