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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | White Earth Transit Station | Albert Lea | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | White Earth Transit Station | Albert Lea | No tags | ||||
| Bus | White Earth Transit Station | Albert Lea | No tags | ||||
| Bus | White Earth Transit Station | Albert Lea | No tags |
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Get from Detroit Lakes to Albert Lea
The journey takes about 7 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 2 134, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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 Wi-Fi. Jefferson Lines ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 134
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit Lakes to Albert Lea by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Detroit Lakes to Albert Lea?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit Lakes to Albert Lea start at R 2 134. The average price for this route is around R 2 134. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Detroit Lakes to Albert Lea?
The average bus journey time from Detroit Lakes to Albert Lea is 7h 55m, covering a distance of 404 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 55m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Detroit Lakes to Albert Lea route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit Lakes to Albert Lea?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit Lakes to Albert Lea at 12:05. And the latest bus departs at 12:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit Lakes to Albert Lea?
A bus trip from Detroit Lakes to Albert Lea produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Detroit Lakes to Albert Lea was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 078To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit Lakes to Albert Lea as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 078 to R 2 833 for a bus ticket from Detroit Lakes to Albert Lea based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 078, which is on 2025-12-17.
