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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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Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | Chicago (Bus Station) | 1st Ave S | Cheapest | ||||
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| Bus | Chicago (Bus Station) | 1st Ave S | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chicago (Bus Station) | St. Cloud | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chicago (Bus Station) | St. Cloud | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to St. Cloud
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach St. Cloud. The journey takes about 10 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Founded in 1919, Jefferson Lines provides bus services across the Midwest in the US. Their buses have WiFi, USB plugs, bathrooms, reclining seats, reading lights and GPS tracking. Tickets are non-refundable, but you can change the date by paying a fee. Known for their affordable prices and convenient schedules, if you're looking to travel in the Midwest, Jefferson Lines is the way to go.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to St. Cloud 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 Chicago to St. Cloud?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to St. Cloud start from $167. The average price for this route is around $184. 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 Chicago to St. Cloud?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to St. Cloud is 15h 55m, covering a distance of 412 miles (665 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 30m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to St. Cloud route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to St. Cloud?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to St. Cloud at 9:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to St. Cloud?
A bus trip from Chicago to St. Cloud generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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 Chicago to St. Cloud was searched and found on Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $168To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to St. Cloud, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $168 to $188 for a bus ticket from Chicago to St. Cloud based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $168 which is on 2026-02-01.
