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Bus Columbus to Minneapolis: Trip Overview

Bus Columbus to Minneapolis: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$117
Average bus trip duration21h 50m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure5:45 AM
Distance625 miles (1007 km)
Latest bus departure10:45 PM

Columbus to Minneapolis Buses

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Columbus to Minneapolis.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Columbus to Minneapolis from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Minneapolis from Columbus, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures5
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures5:45AM - 10:45PM
Minimum Price$83
Average Ticket Price$117
Minimum Trip Duration18h55m
Average Bus Trip Duration21h50m
Distance625 miles (1007 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Columbus - Minneapolis

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Minneapolis without flying. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

Traveling from Columbus to Minneapolis takes about 21h 50m on average, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 18h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 627 miles (1010 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Columbus and Minneapolis is 627 miles (1010 km).

About 5 buses travel this route daily, provided by Greyhound and FlixBus. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Columbus to Minneapolis may vary. Simplify your trip from Columbus to Minneapolis by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates between 5:45 AM and 10:45 PM.

Most of the buses traveling from Columbus to Minneapolis leave from Columbus Bus Station and arrive at Minneapolis International Airport. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, take the bus. $83 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Minneapolis from Columbus.

You can expect to pay around $117 for a bus ticket. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $83 and $275, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Once in Minneapolis, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Guthrie Theater, Target Field, Fort Snelling State Park, Mill City Museum and Walker Art Center.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Columbus to Minneapolis. Remember to bring along essentials like a blanket and some snacks to ensure a cozy and convenient journey.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Columbus to Minneapolis but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Columbus to Minneapolis, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Columbus to Minneapolis.

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

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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