Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | 300 6th Street | Minneapolis | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | 300 6th Street | Minneapolis (Veterans Dr.) | No tags | ||||
Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | 300 6th Street | Minneapolis (Mall of America) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 300 6th Street | Minneapolis (U of MN - Huron Blvd) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 300 6th Street | Minneapolis (U of MN - Huron Blvd) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: 12/31/2025 MST.
Get from Rapid City to Minneapolis
The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 2 216, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 764 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Jefferson Lines ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 216
Jefferson Lines Rapid City Minneapolis recent customer reviews
Service from staff was good and helpful...bus from Rapid City SD to Minnesota was in poor condition very uncomfortable dirty, passenger sitting behind me spitting on floor my traveling partner notified the driver it never clean up or taken care off as it body fluids this will come Under infection control. I will say bus drivers did wonderful job getting all passengers to their destination safe. Thankyou Michelle Robles Australia .
Michelle R.
Very good!
Henrique M.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rapid City to Minneapolis 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 Rapid City to Minneapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rapid City to Minneapolis start at R 2 216. The average price for this route is around R 2 337. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Rapid City to Minneapolis?
The average bus journey time from Rapid City to Minneapolis is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 795 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 20m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Rapid City to Minneapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rapid City to Minneapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Rapid City to Minneapolis at 11:20. And the latest bus departs at 11:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rapid City to Minneapolis?
A bus trip from Rapid City to Minneapolis produces an estimated 20 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 Rapid City to Minneapolis was searched and found on 06 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 158To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rapid City to Minneapolis as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 158 to R 3 169 for a bus ticket from Rapid City to Minneapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 158, which is on 2026-01-08.
