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Today20 Jul
from US$149
Tomorrow21 Jul
from US$78
Tue22 Jul
from US$64
Wed23 Jul
from US$61
Thu24 Jul
from US$64
Fri25 Jul
from US$64
Sat26 Jul
from US$64
Sun27 Jul
from US$64

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 21 July at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 22 July at
    Destination city: Minneapolis
    Destination location: Minneapolis Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 21 July at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 22 July at
    Destination city: Minneapolis
    Destination location: Minneapolis Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 July at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 21 July at
    Destination city: Minneapolis
    Destination location: Minneapolis Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 July at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 21 July at
    Destination city: Minneapolis
    Destination location: Minneapolis Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 July at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Arrival time: 21 July at
    Destination city: Minneapolis
    Destination location: Minneapolis Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Minneapolis

Average priceUS$53 - US$269Average duration9h 35m
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$93 - US$248Average duration9h 25m
51kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Minneapolis

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Minneapolis. The journey takes about 9 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
9h 35mAverage duration
US$53Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Minneapolis: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$64
Average bus trip duration9h 35m
Number of daily buses17
Earliest bus departure00:35
Distance362 miles
Latest bus departure23:50

Chicago to Minneapolis Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Minneapolis

  1. What's the distance between Chicago and Minneapolis by coach?

    The journey from Chicago to Minneapolis by coach covers an approximate distance of 355 miles (572 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Chicago to Minneapolis without flying?

    To travel from Chicago to Minneapolis without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
18/07
US$141
19/07
US$137
Today
US$84
21/07
US$70
22/07
US$56
23/07
US$53
24/07
US$56
25/07
US$56
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Minneapolis was searched and found on 23 Jul 2025 with a price of US$53

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

You can expect to pay from US$53 to US$141 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Minneapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$53, which is on 2025-07-23.

Usually FlixBus Inc. 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Minneapolis!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Chicago to Minneapolis.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Minneapolis will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to Minneapolis, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Minneapolis?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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