How much is the bus ticket from Duluth to Minneapolis?

The cheapest bus tickets from Duluth to Minneapolis start from $16. The average price for this route is around $38. 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 Duluth to Minneapolis?

The average bus trip duration from Duluth to Minneapolis is 4h 55m, covering a distance of 144 miles (233 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 5m and is operated by Jefferson Lines .

Which bus companies service the Duluth to Minneapolis route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 27 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Duluth to Minneapolis?

The earliest bus departs from Duluth to Minneapolis at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Duluth to Minneapolis?

A bus trip from Duluth to Minneapolis generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Duluth to Minneapolis from $15 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Duluth to Minneapolis on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30pm	Duluth Transit Center	2h 25m	11:55pm	Minneapolis	Cheapest
Bus	9:30pm	Duluth Transit Center	2h 20m	11:50pm	Minneapolis (U of MN - Huron Blvd)	Fastest
Bus	5:50pm	U of M Duluth	3h 30m	9:20pm	Minneapolis	No tags
Bus	4:55pm	U of M Duluth	4h 25m	9:20pm	Minneapolis	No tags
Bus	6:15pm	Duluth Transit Center	3h 5m	9:20pm	Minneapolis	No tags

Next departures for Duluth to Minneapolis on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30pm	Duluth Transit Center	2h 25m	11:55pm	Minneapolis	Cheapest
Bus	9:30pm	Duluth Transit Center	2h 20m	11:50pm	Minneapolis (U of MN - Huron Blvd)	Fastest
Bus	11:35am	Duluth Transit Center	7h 10m	6:45pm	Minneapolis (Veterans Dr.)	No tags
Bus	8:05am	Duluth Transit Center	10h 40m	6:45pm	Minneapolis (Veterans Dr.)	No tags
Bus	7:40am	U of M Duluth	3h 55m	11:35am	Minneapolis	No tags

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Get from Duluth to Minneapolis

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day

4h 55mAverage Duration

144 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Duluth and Minneapolis?

Stops in Duluth

A
Duluth Transit Center
228 W Michigan St, Duluth, MN 55802, USA
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B
Hobby Lobby
1734 Mall Dr, Duluth, MN 55811, USA

Stops in Minneapolis

A
Greyhound Station
950 Hawthorne Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA
B
MSP Airport
Ground Transportation Center, Terminal 1, 6498 34th Ave S, St Paul, MN 55111, USA

Compare bus companies

Jefferson Lines

4/5759 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4

Wifi3.2

According to multiple reviews, customers have praised Jefferson Lines for their very polite and courteous staff. Additionally, some reviewers had a great experience on their first bus ride and expressed intentions of using the service again in the future. However, there were also mentions of a homeless problem at the Minneapolis location that needs attention from Jefferson Lines.

Jefferson Lines Duluth Minneapolis recent customer reviews

Jefferson lines needs to clean up the homeless problem at their Minneapolis location there is always about 10 people loitering outside

Slater J.

May 28, 2022

It was great! First time taking the bus and I will definitely use it in the future again.

Sarah M.

March 8, 2022

The bus driver was really phenomenal and professional, he gave really clear instructions and helped create a sense of what was coming next for the people on board. He also was able to drive a very straight comfortable line which is not always true of bus drivers a lot of them swerve.

Kelly U.

August 4, 2021

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Duluth to Minneapolis 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 Duluth to Minneapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Duluth to Minneapolis start from $16. The average price for this route is around $38. 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 Duluth to Minneapolis?
The average bus trip duration from Duluth to Minneapolis is 4h 55m, covering a distance of 144 miles (233 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 5m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Duluth to Minneapolis route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 27 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Duluth to Minneapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Duluth to Minneapolis at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Duluth to Minneapolis?
A bus trip from Duluth to Minneapolis generates an estimated 6 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.

Best price found

12/02

$15

12/03

$15

Today

$15

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12/08

$15

12/09

$15

The cheapest trip from Duluth to Minneapolis was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $15

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

You can expect to pay from $15 to $103 for a bus ticket from Duluth to Minneapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-12-08.