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Minneapolis to Albert Lea Bus Schedule
Bus from Minneapolis to Albert Lea: Journey Information
There are 10 intercity buses per day from Minneapolis to Albert Lea. Traveling by bus from Minneapolis to Albert Lea usually takes around 3 hours and 56 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in just one hour and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 92 mi (148 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $39.00 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Minneapolis to Albert Lea?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Minneapolis to Albert Lea that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Jefferson Lines usually offers more choice, with 10 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 10 | 4h 5m | $45.16 |
| Tornado Bus | 1 | 1h 30m | $183.33 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Minneapolis to Albert Lea from $39. There are 10 trips per day offered by Jefferson Lines from Minneapolis to Albert Lea and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Albert Lea. In Minneapolis, Jefferson Lines departs to Albert Lea from University of Minnesota (Huron Blvd at 2428 Delaware St SE) and 3 other stations. In Albert Lea, Jefferson Lines arrives at Love's Truck Stop .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Minneapolis to Albert Lea takes 4 hours and 5 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Albert Lea in 1 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 7 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Albert Lea.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Minneapolis to Albert Lea
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 56 minutes to cover the 92 miles from Minneapolis to Albert Lea. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 30 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, 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 Albert Lea, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Minneapolis to Albert Lea, 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: University of Minnesota (Huron Blvd at 2428 Delaware St SE)
Buses to Albert Lea leave from 5 stations in Minneapolis.
All bus stations in Minneapolis:
University of Minnesota (Huron Blvd at 2428 Delaware St SE)
516 2nd Ave North
Minneapolis-St Paul Airport
1 Veterans Drive
Tienda La Mexicana (MN)
Where does the bus arrive in Albert Lea?
Main arrival station: Love's Truck Stop
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Albert Lea.
All bus stations in Albert Lea:
Love's Truck Stop
Talamantes Grocery/ Petro Gas Station
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