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About Jefferson Lines

Established in 1919, Jefferson Lines is an intercity bus company offering cheap ticket options to some of the most popular travel destinations in the Midwest. Jefferson Lines is not only one of the oldest bus service providers in the United States but it is also one of the country’s largest bus carriers. In addition to their daily scheduled routes, Jefferson Lines’ college bus routes in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota and Wisconsin offer numerous cheap bus options to various schools in the Midwest, making it easy for students and visitors to travel to and from campus.

Overall, Jefferson Lines buses operate 17,186 routes, connecting 145 cities in one country. To cover all these routes, Jefferson Lines runs an average of 17,154 bus trips per day and 240,154 bus trips per month. Depending on the route and schedule, Jefferson Lines bus ticket prices range from $6.37 to $516.97.

You can find cheap Jefferson Lines bus tickets on Wanderu by entering your preferred route and travel date in the search form above. Jefferson Lines is an official Wanderu partner, which means you can always find the best available deals on Jefferson Lines bus tickets on Wanderu at no additional cost. Jefferson Lines provides comfortable, safe and reliable bus service, and their amenities include restrooms on every bus, power outlets, WiFi and air conditioning.

Contact Jefferson Lines

Phone number: US: 1 (800) 451-5333Email: [email protected]

Jefferson Lines Amenities

Air conditioningAir conditioning
RestroomRestroom
Power outletPower outlet
WiFiWiFi

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Jefferson Lines bus coverage

Daily Trips17,154
stations161
cities145
countries1

What travelers are saying about Jefferson Lines

Here’s what Wanderu users who have booked trips with Jefferson Lines had to say about their travel experience.

Traveling During COVID-19

“They took COVID safety precautions seriously.”
based on 43 reviews

Onboard Experience

“The WiFi actually worked for the entire trip”
based on 72 reviews
“I’ll travel with them again just for the staff!”
based on 91 reviews
“Really cheap tickets and really good service.”
based on 97 reviews
“The bus got there on time.”
based on 101 reviews
“Seats were really comfy and spacious”
based on 92 reviews
“The bus was almost suspiciously clean”
based on 103 reviews

Jefferson Lines reviews from Wanderu customers

Overall review score for Jefferson Lines

(Based on 114 reviews)

4.3
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort

4.2

Timeliness

4.7

Staff

4.5

Value

3.8

Condition

4.5

Jefferson Lines passenger reviews

4.0

Courtny

January 16, 2022- Solo travel

Fargo to Minneapolis

Pros: My trip was great as far as the staff, trip, and bus. There were two creepy men on the trip and I had to move seats. Also seeing a man not responsive in the lobby was a bit traumatic and all the homeless around the depot. Seems very unsafe. Cons: Move the depot. ...

Pros: My trip was great as far as the staff, trip, and bus. There were two creepy men on the trip and I had to move seats. Also seeing a man not responsive in the lobby was a bit traumatic and all the homeless around the depot. Seems very unsafe. Cons: Move the depot. Make women feel more comfortable. Tips: Watch out for creepy men.

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3.0

Aidan

January 15, 2022- Visiting friends

St Paul to Milwaukee

Pros: Cheap. Cons: Nothing when keeping price in mind. Tips: You get what you pay for.

Pros: Cheap. Cons: Nothing when keeping price in mind. Tips: You get what you pay for.

3.0

Rachel

January 10, 2022- Visiting friends

Rochester to Madison

Cons: Keep the toilet open. I didn't like it that the toilet was locked probably wasn't working. I didn't bother to ask since the driver seemed new to the route. Keep time. The Wi-Fi doesn't seem to work on these buses. Throughout. Tips: Be prepared to be a little la...

Cons: Keep the toilet open. I didn't like it that the toilet was locked probably wasn't working. I didn't bother to ask since the driver seemed new to the route. Keep time. The Wi-Fi doesn't seem to work on these buses. Throughout. Tips: Be prepared to be a little late. No Wi-Fi so plan ahead.

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5.0

Debora

December 28, 2021- Visiting family

Fargo to Minneapolis

Pros: Being able to look out the window and now drive myself. The scenery and snow were beautiful. And sitting near a friendly person was key too. Cons: It took a while to get going due to the driving filing all the tickets and writing numbers down. The sign on the scr...

Pros: Being able to look out the window and now drive myself. The scenery and snow were beautiful. And sitting near a friendly person was key too. Cons: It took a while to get going due to the driving filing all the tickets and writing numbers down. The sign on the screen above the seats says something about paperless but that wasn’t the majority of patrons. We waited 20 min at the station just for her to do that part. Tips: Dress warm and be grateful you make it at all during the winter.

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4.0

Josephus

November 19, 2021- Visiting family

Fargo to Minneapolis

Pros: Relaxing. Cons: Nothing that I observed. Tips: Reminder email before the trip.

Pros: Relaxing. Cons: Nothing that I observed. Tips: Reminder email before the trip.

Jefferson Lines Routes & Network

Jefferson Lines’s bus network features 17186 bus routes that connect 145 cities serving 161 stations. On average, Jefferson Lines performs about 17154 bus trips every day. The top cities to which Jefferson Lines offers the highest number of daily bus service include Rochester and Madison.

Top Cities Served by Jefferson Lines

CityRouteEarliest busLatest bus
Minneapolis46:15 am5:30 am
Madison46:15 am5:30 am
St Paul46:15 am5:30 am
Milwaukee36:15 am5:30 am
La Crosse46:15 am4:20 am
Kansas City57:05 am5:55 am
Duluth47:30 am3:15 am
Omaha47:30 am4:20 am
Rochester48:00 am5:30 am

Top States Served by Jefferson Lines

StateCities ServedDaily TripsTop city
South Dakota1481Sioux Falls
Montana1173Whitefish
North Dakota657Fargo
Nebraska7135Omaha
Iowa19210Iowa City
Minnesota52378Minneapolis
Missouri17155Kansas City
Wisconsin10183Milwaukee
Illinois13361Champaign

Most popular Jefferson Lines routes

The bus from Rochester to Madison is Jefferson Lines’s most popular route. Trips from Saint Cloud to Minneapolis and Minneapolis to Duluth are also highly popular.

Top Jefferson Lines routes

RouteDaily TripsDurationPrice
Rochester to Madison14h 5m$31
Saint Cloud to Minneapolis122h 57m$15
Minneapolis to Duluth174h 1m$11
La Crosse to Milwaukee23h 45m$48
Milwaukee to Madison11h 15m$19
La Crosse to Madison310h 11m$38
Minneapolis to Madison46h 12m$31
La Crosse to Minneapolis64h 28m$31
Omaha to Kansas City14h 5m$66

Jefferson Lines Bus Guide & FAQs

Do Jefferson Lines buses have WiFi?

Yes, Jefferson Lines offers WiFi on their buses. Although most trips with Jefferson Lines will have WiFi as advertised, some buses might not come equipped with WiFi and onboard WiFi can lose its connection in rural areas. We recommend you bring a book or download a movie just to play it safe. Jefferson Lines WiFi is generally best used for surfing the web, checking emails and chatting with friends; you shouldn’t count on the WiFi to binge watch your favorite show.

Are there power outlets or USB plugs on the bus?

Yes, there are power outlets onboard Jefferson Lines buses. You can generally find one or two sockets per row of seats, so be a good traveller and check if your seat neighbor might want to charge up their devices as well. With the onboard power outlets, you can charge both a computer and USB devices with a USB power adapter that typically comes with most phones and tablets.

Since Jefferson Lines might sometimes use replacement bus vehicles, not all trips are guaranteed to have power points. We recommend to bring a power bank to charge your phone for all trips over 2 hours, just in case.

What is Jefferson Lines's schedule?

On a typical day, Jefferson Lines has 17154 scheduled bus trips in total. However, the exact departure and arrival times vary depending on the day and route. The best way to find the exact schedule for your trip is to use the search tool on this page.

Can you pick up will call tickets at the station?

No, Jefferson Lines does not offer will call tickets. You should purchase your tickets online and make sure you have everything you need to board before you arrive at the station.

Do you need an ID to get on the bus?

Yes, Jefferson Lines requires you to present an ID to an agent to be allowed to board the bus. Make sure you have identification issued by a government agency that meets the carrier’s requirements. Alternative IDs, such as a college ID, won’t work.

What are Jefferson Lines’s COVID-19 policies?

Visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide to view the most up-to-date information about Jefferson Lines’s cleaning protocols and adjusted ticket change policies during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Are there bathrooms on Jefferson Lines buses?

Yes, there are bathrooms on Jefferson Lines buses. The bathrooms are pretty basic and include a toilet, toilet paper and hand sanitizer. Most bathrooms don’t have running water. As you will be using a bathroom on a moving vehicle, please use caution and hold on to a rail at all times.

Are meals or beverages available?

Jefferson Lines does not offer meals or beverages onboard. We recommend you bring a drink and some snacks for your trip. We also suggest packing a reusable water bottle with you to reduce your impact on the environment. However, note that most buses do not allow you to bring your own alcoholic drinks.

Do you have to print your Jefferson Lines ticket?

Yes, Jefferson Lines requires that all passengers have printed tickets to board the bus. When you book with Wanderu and activate your account, you will be able to easily find and download your tickets for most buses.

Does Jefferson Lines offer any premium features like extra legroom or movies?

Jefferson Lines focuses on delivering a great travel experience at a low price and currently does not offer premium features like extra legroom or onboard entertainment. But these days, between your laptop, tablet, smartphone and e-reader, you’re the master of your own entertainment even on longer journeys.

Cheap Jefferson Lines tickets recently found on Wanderu

With 17,154 Jefferson Lines trips per day, there are a lot of great deals to uncover for the bargain hunter and Jefferson Lines tickets start at just $6.37. Check out some of the latest and greatest deals snatched up by Wanderu users.

How do I get the best deal on Jefferson Lines tickets?

Wanderu is the best place to score cheap Jefferson Lines tickets. Wanderu offers the lowest available fares every day and charges no extra booking fees. Plus, you can compare Jefferson Lines prices with trips offered by other bus companies to be sure you’re getting the best deal on your tickets!

Pro travelers know that booking your ticket well in advance is key to finding the lowest price. Ticket prices normally go up the closer you get to the travel date, so don’t miss out on a good deal when you see one. If you can be flexible with your travel date, you can also get cheap tickets by traveling on weekdays instead of weekends.

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