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Detroit Lakes to Bismarck Bus Schedule
Bus from Detroit Lakes to Bismarck: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Detroit Lakes to Bismarck. Traveling by bus from Detroit Lakes to Bismarck usually takes around 34 hours and 11 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 29 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 233 mi (376 km) |
| Shortest duration | 29h 15m |
| Cheapest price | RON 830.58 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |

What bus companies travel from Detroit Lakes to Bismarck?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Detroit Lakes to Bismarck. 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 | 1d 10h 11m | RON 835.27 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Detroit Lakes to Bismarck from RON 831. Typically there is one Jefferson Lines schedule per day from Detroit Lakes to Bismarck and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Bismarck. In Detroit Lakes, Jefferson Lines departs to Bismarck from White Earth Transit Station . In Bismarck, Jefferson Lines arrives at 3750 E Rosser Ave. .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Detroit Lakes to Bismarck takes 34 hours and 11 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Bismarck in 29 hours and 15 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 Bismarck.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Detroit Lakes to Bismarck
The bus takes an average of 34 hours and 11 minutes to cover the 233 miles from Detroit Lakes to Bismarck. However, the fastest bus only takes 29 hours and 15 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 Detroit Lakes to Bismarck 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, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
There is usually only one bus per day from Detroit Lakes to Bismarck. It leaves the station in Detroit Lakes at 12:00pm 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
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Detroit Lakes?
Main departure station: White Earth Transit Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Detroit Lakes.
All bus stations in Detroit Lakes:
White Earth Transit Station
Where does the bus arrive in Bismarck?
Main arrival station: 3750 E Rosser Ave.
All buses from Detroit Lakes arrive at one main station in Bismarck.
All bus stations in Bismarck:
3750 E Rosser Ave.
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