Bus from Minneapolis to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Minneapolis to Washington on 12 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Minneapolis Bus Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus StopCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Minneapolis Bus Station
Union StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Minneapolis Bus Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Minneapolis Bus Station
Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery AveNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Minneapolis Bus Station
Union StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 8:36 PM CST.

Get from Minneapolis to Washington

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 693, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
1d 9hAverage duration
1499 kmDistance
37kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Minneapolis to Washington, DC, US by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Minneapolis to Washington start at R 1 693. The average price for this route is around R 2 909. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Minneapolis to Washington?

    The average bus journey time from Minneapolis to Washington is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1499 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Minneapolis to Washington route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Minneapolis to Washington?

    The earliest bus departs from Minneapolis to Washington at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 20:50.

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

    A bus trip from Minneapolis to Washington produces an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Minneapolis to Washington?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
09/01
R 2 231
10/01
R 2 214
Today
R 2 214
12/01
R 2 315
13/01
R 2 214
14/01
No data
15/01
R 2 231
16/01
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Minneapolis to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 10 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 214

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 214 to R 4 140 for a bus ticket from Minneapolis to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 214, which is on 2026-01-13.

Usually FlixBus 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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