How much is the bus ticket from Minneapolis to Rapid City?

The cheapest bus tickets from Minneapolis to Rapid City start from $132. The average price for this route is around $139. 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 Minneapolis to Rapid City?

The average bus trip duration from Minneapolis to Rapid City is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 493 miles (795 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 45m and is operated by Jefferson Lines .

Which bus companies service the Minneapolis to Rapid City route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Minneapolis to Rapid City at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 3:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Minneapolis to Rapid City generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Minneapolis to Rapid City from $128 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Minneapolis to Rapid City on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:55am	Minneapolis (U of MN - Huron Blvd)	1d 2h	11:00am	300 6th Street	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:30pm	Minneapolis (Mall of America)	1d 6h	5:30pm	300 6th Street	No tags
Bus	3:55pm	Minneapolis (Veterans Dr.)	1d 2h	5:30pm	300 6th Street	No tags
Bus	9:35am	Minneapolis (Veterans Dr.)	1d 8h	5:30pm	300 6th Street	No tags
Bus	9:35am	Minneapolis (Veterans Dr.)	1d 2h	11:00am	300 6th Street	No tags

Next departures for Minneapolis to Rapid City on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:45am	Minneapolis	11h 45m	5:30pm	300 6th Street	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:55am	Minneapolis (U of MN - Huron Blvd)	1d 2h	11:00am	300 6th Street	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	Minneapolis (Mall of America)	1d 6h	5:30pm	300 6th Street	No tags
Bus	3:55pm	Minneapolis (Veterans Dr.)	1d 2h	5:30pm	300 6th Street	No tags
Bus	9:35am	Minneapolis (Veterans Dr.)	1d 2h	11:00am	300 6th Street	No tags

Next departures for Minneapolis to Rapid City on January 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:45am	Minneapolis	11h 45m	5:30pm	300 6th Street	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:30pm	Minneapolis (Mall of America)	1d 6h	5:30pm	300 6th Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 7:31 AM CST.

Get from Minneapolis to Rapid City

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $132, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

493 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Jefferson Lines

4/5764 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.3

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.

Jefferson Lines Minneapolis Rapid City recent customer reviews

Decent value for the cost, reasonably affordable, but nothing special.

John G.

January 11, 2022

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Minneapolis to Rapid City 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 Minneapolis to Rapid City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Minneapolis to Rapid City start from $132. The average price for this route is around $139. 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 Minneapolis to Rapid City?
The average bus trip duration from Minneapolis to Rapid City is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 493 miles (795 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 45m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Minneapolis to Rapid City route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Minneapolis to Rapid City?
The earliest bus departs from Minneapolis to Rapid City at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 3:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Minneapolis to Rapid City?
A bus trip from Minneapolis to Rapid City generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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The cheapest trip from Minneapolis to Rapid City was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $128

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

You can expect to pay from $128 to $188 for a bus ticket from Minneapolis to Rapid City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $128 which is on 2026-01-08.