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Minneapolis to Iowa Bus Schedule
Bus from Minneapolis to Iowa: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Minneapolis to Iowa. Traveling by bus from Minneapolis to Iowa usually takes around 35 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 34 hours and 39 minutes.
| Distance | 1019 mi (1639 km) |
| Shortest duration | 34h 39m |
| Cheapest price | €273.93 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Minneapolis to Iowa?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Minneapolis to Iowa. Tornado Bus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tornado Bus | 3 | 1d 11h 17m | €273.93 |
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Minneapolis to Iowa
The bus takes an average of 35 hours and 16 minutes to cover the 1019 miles from Minneapolis to Iowa. However, the fastest bus only takes 34 hours and 39 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.
The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00am. To see the times for all buses from Minneapolis to Iowa, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Minneapolis
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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: Tienda La Mexicana (MN)
Most buses depart from the main station in Minneapolis.
All bus stations in Minneapolis:
Tienda La Mexicana (MN)
Where does the bus arrive in Iowa?
Main arrival station: Lk Charles
All buses from Minneapolis arrive at one main station in Iowa.
All bus stations in Iowa:
Lk Charles
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