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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Rockford
    Departure location: East Side Transfer Center
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Minneapolis
    Destination location: Minneapolis Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $88
Bus Rockford to Minneapolis: Trip Overview

Bus Rockford to Minneapolis: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$96
Average bus trip duration15h 15m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure3:10 PM
Distance285 miles (459 km)
Latest bus departure4:05 PM

Rockford to Minneapolis Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures1
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures3:10PM - 4:05PM
Minimum Price$75
Average Ticket Price$96
Minimum Trip Duration14h20m
Average Bus Trip Duration15h15m
Distance285 miles (459 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Rockford - Minneapolis

The bus is the best choice to get to Minneapolis without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

The average travel time from Rockford to Minneapolis is about 15h 15m, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 14h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 285 miles (460 km) that separate the two cities.

About 285 miles (460 km) separate Rockford and Minneapolis.

You can choose from 1 travel times and travel with Greyhound. The number of buses from Rockford to Minneapolis can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Rockford to Minneapolis a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 3:10 PM and ending at 4:05 PM.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. $75 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Minneapolis from Rockford.

The average price of a one-way ticket from Rockford to Minneapolis is $96. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $75 to $166, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Once in Minneapolis, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The Stone Arch Bridge, Fort Snelling State Park, Mill City Museum, Minnesota Zoo and Northeast Minneapolis Art District.

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from Rockford to Minneapolis. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Rockford to Minneapolis.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Rockford to Minneapolis, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Rockford to Minneapolis.

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

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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

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Bus from Minneapolis to Rockford

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