How much is the bus ticket from Minneapolis to Rochester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Minneapolis to Rochester start from $30. The average price for this route is around $44. 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 Rochester?

The average bus trip duration from Minneapolis to Rochester is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 78 miles (125 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h and is operated by Jefferson Lines .

Which bus companies service the Minneapolis to Rochester route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Minneapolis to Rochester at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30am.

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

A bus trip from Minneapolis to Rochester generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Minneapolis to Rochester from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Minneapolis to Rochester on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:30am	Minneapolis (U of MN - Huron Blvd)	2h	12:30pm	Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:55am	Minneapolis (U of MN - Huron Blvd)	2h 35m	12:30pm	Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW	No tags
	Bus	9:35am	Minneapolis (Veterans Dr.)	2h 55m	12:30pm	Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW	No tags
	Bus	9:30am	MSP Airport T1 (Minneapolis International Airport)	3h	12:30pm	Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW	No tags
Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines	Bus	6:45am	Minneapolis	5h 20m	12:05pm	Rochester (Kahler Mayo)	No tags

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Get from Minneapolis to Rochester

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

78 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Minneapolis and Rochester?

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

Stops in Rochester

A
Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW
Sinclair Fuel Stop, 205 6th St SW, Rochester, MN 55902, USA
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Jefferson Lines

4/5759 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4

Wifi3.2

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 Rochester recent customer reviews

The bus driver was professional and went out of his way to make sure everything we needed was addressed (the outlets were not working at first but he reset the charger and got them to work).

Joshua W.

October 7, 2019

Good service

Purushotham C.

October 4, 2021

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Minneapolis to Rochester, MN, US 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 Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Minneapolis to Rochester start from $30. The average price for this route is around $44. 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 Rochester?
The average bus trip duration from Minneapolis to Rochester is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 78 miles (125 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Minneapolis to Rochester route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Minneapolis to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Minneapolis to Rochester at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Minneapolis to Rochester?
A bus trip from Minneapolis to Rochester generates an estimated 3 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

12/06

$32

12/07

$32

Today

$32

12/09

$32

12/10

No data

12/11

No data

12/12

$32

12/13

$32

The cheapest trip from Minneapolis to Rochester, MN, US was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $32

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

You can expect to pay from $32 to $59 for a bus ticket from Minneapolis to Rochester, MN, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-12-09.