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Minneapolis - Grand Forks Bus Timetable

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Journey Information

There are 8 intercity buses per day from Minneapolis to Grand Forks. Traveling by bus from Minneapolis to Grand Forks usually takes around 12 hours and 2 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 25 minutes.

Distance271 mi (437 km)
Shortest duration8h 25m
Cheapest price€58.19
Trips per day2
Most frequent serviceJefferson Lines
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Price trends for buses from Minneapolis to Grand Forks

Monthly average prices

€69€55€42€28€14AMJJASONDJFM

Prices as travel date approaches

€92€74€55€37€183020100

What bus companies travel from Minneapolis to Grand Forks?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Minneapolis to Grand Forks. Jefferson Lines connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Jefferson Lines812h 2m€58.19
  • Book Jefferson Lines from Minneapolis to Grand Forks from €58. There are 8 trips per day offered by Jefferson Lines from Minneapolis to Grand Forks and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Grand Forks. In Minneapolis, Jefferson Lines departs to Grand Forks from Minneapolis-St Paul Airport and 2 other stations. In Grand Forks, Jefferson Lines arrives at Univ Of North Dakota and one other station.

    An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Minneapolis to Grand Forks takes 12 hours and 2 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Grand Forks in 8 hours and 25 minutes .

    On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 7 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Grand Forks.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 12 hours and 2 minutes to cover the 437 kilometers from Minneapolis to Grand Forks. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours and 25 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

"Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Minneapolis to Grand Forks for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Grand Forks, book your ticket for the last day of the week."

The first bus leaves at 04:00 and the last bus leaves at 11:00. To see the times for all buses from Minneapolis to Grand Forks, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 8 scheduled buses that travel from Minneapolis to Grand Forks every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

City Information

Minneapolis

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Minneapolis, MN - MSP-1

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Situated along the bank of the Mississippi River in Minnesota, Minneapolis is one of the biggest and most exciting cities to visit in the Midwest. It is home to the Chain of Lakes, where you can swim, fish, boat and even bike or walk along the lakeside trails. It’s no wonder Minneapolis is among the top 10 cities in the U.S. for outdoor activities!

Although it's known as the City of Lakes, Minneapolis has a lot more to offer than gorgeous lakes, wetlands, and waterfalls. Shopaholics can spend days getting lost in the Mall of America, which boasts over 500 stores and an indoor theme park. If you're visiting Minneapolis on a romantic vacation, Minneapolis' bustling theater district offers excellent date nights from dozens of theater companies. Or, for a less musical and more brews-ical date option, head to one of 62 top-rated breweries in the #2 best city in America for craft beer.

Minneapolis can be visited in any season, but keep in mind that it becomes a frigid, snowy destination in the winter. January hovers around 0° Fahrenheit, but it's worth bundling up to enjoy the St. Paul Winter Carnival, or hockey and ice skating on any of the 13 lakes in the city. Have we mentioned how great the lakes are?

If you're visiting both of the Twin Cities, you can take public transport from downtown Minneapolis to Saint Paul in about 30 minutes. Public transit also connects downtown to the Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport. Thanks to bus stations throughout Minneapolis, traveling by bus is the easiest way to arrive directly in the middle of the action and begin your adventure.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Minneapolis?

Main departure station: Minneapolis-St Paul Airport

Buses to Grand Forks leave from 3 stations in Minneapolis.

All bus stations in Minneapolis:

  • Minneapolis-St Paul Airport

  • University of Minnesota (Huron Blvd at 2428 Delaware St SE)

  • Minneapolis

Where does the bus arrive in Grand Forks?

Main arrival station: 450 Kittson Ave

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Grand Forks.

Bus stations in Grand Forks:

  • 450 Kittson Ave

  • Univ Of North Dakota

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