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Clear Lake to Duluth Bus Schedule
Bus from Clear Lake to Duluth: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Clear Lake to Duluth. Traveling by bus from Clear Lake to Duluth usually takes around 6 hours and 55 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 259 mi (417 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $115.00 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |

What bus companies travel from Clear Lake to Duluth?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Clear Lake to Duluth. Jefferson Lines is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 1 | 6h 55m | $115.00 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Clear Lake to Duluth from $115. Typically there is one Jefferson Lines schedule per day from Clear Lake to Duluth and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Duluth. In Clear Lake, Jefferson Lines departs to Duluth from Mason City (Airport) . In Duluth, Jefferson Lines arrives at Transportation Center .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Clear Lake to Duluth takes 6 hours and 55 minutes .
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Duluth.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Clear Lake to Duluth
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 259 miles from Clear Lake to Duluth. 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Clear Lake to Duluth. It leaves the station in Clear Lake at 2:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Duluth

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Located on the north shore of Lake Superior, Duluth is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Midwest region. When you arrive, dive into the Great Lakes Aquarium, the only all freshwater aquarium in the United States. The aquarium currently houses 205 different species of animals, from otters to piranhas. Next, stroll around Canal Park and see if you can spot the adjacent Aerial Lift Bridge rise to allow ships to pass below. The long thin peninsula beyond the bridge is home to the idyllic Minnesota Point, a popular tourist-oriented neighborhood.
Fitting for a tourist city, Duluth also boasts a vibrant food scene that offers a wide range of selections. On a hot summer day, there is nothing better than munching down ice cream from Camp Creemee while enjoying the view of Lake Superior. And if you are in the mood for some barbecues, OMC Smokehouse offers terrific ribs!
Duluth's Transportation Center is a hub for intercity bus travel on Jefferson Lines and Indian Trails. If you're flying in or out of the city, Duluth International Airport is located just 5.9 miles from the city center.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Clear Lake?
Main departure station: Mason City (Airport)
Most buses depart from the main station in Clear Lake.
All bus stations in Clear Lake:
Mason City (Airport)
Where does the bus arrive in Duluth?

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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Transportation Center
All buses from Clear Lake arrive at one main station in Duluth.
All bus stations in Duluth:
Transportation Center
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