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Pros: There was no accident and i arrived on time. Cons: Nothing. Tips: Nope.
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There are 17 intercity buses per day from Minneapolis to Saint Cloud. Traveling by bus from Minneapolis to Saint Cloud usually takes around 3 hours and 46 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in just one hour and 9 minutes.
| Distance | 59 mi (95 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 9m |
| Cheapest price | CZK 280.42 |
| Trips per day | 10 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 2 |

Average score for buses from Minneapolis to Saint Cloud
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: There was no accident and i arrived on time. Cons: Nothing. Tips: Nope.
Bus tickets for a trip from Minneapolis to Saint Cloud cost CZK 438.94 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Minneapolis to Saint Cloud that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Jefferson Lines usually offers more choice, with 17 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 1h 15m | CZK 379.86 |
| Jefferson Lines | 17 | 4h 11m | CZK 457.67 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trips per day from Minneapolis to Saint Cloud, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Book Jefferson Lines from Minneapolis to Saint Cloud from CZK 458. There are 17 trips per day offered by Jefferson Lines from Minneapolis to Saint Cloud and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Saint Cloud. In Minneapolis, Jefferson Lines departs to Saint Cloud from 1 Veterans Drive and 3 other stations. In Saint Cloud, Jefferson Lines arrives at 510 1st St S and 3 other stations.
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Minneapolis to Saint Cloud takes 4 hours and 11 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Saint Cloud in 1 hours and 9 minutes .
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 6 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Saint Cloud.
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 46 minutes to cover the 59 miles from Minneapolis to Saint Cloud. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 9 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Minneapolis to Saint Cloud 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, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Minneapolis to Saint Cloud, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

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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.

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Link to image attributionLocated in Central Minneapolis at 950 Hawthorne Ave, the Minneapolis Bus Station is a gateway to nearby cities throughout Minnesota and the Midwest. Greyhound and Jefferson Lines buses operate routes from this station to major cities such as Milwaukee or Chicago and beyond. From the Minneapolis Bus Station, it is a short 12-minute walk to Target Field Station where you can connect to light rail service throughout the city. Vending machines offer snacks or drinks within the station, or head one block south to Hennepin Ave for a variety of restaurant options for hungry travelers.
516 2nd Ave North
1 Veterans Drive
Minneapolis-St Paul Airport
University of Minnesota (Huron Blvd at 2428 Delaware St SE)
Buses arrive in Saint Cloud at 5 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
510 1st St S
4325 Clearwater Rd
St. Cloud (SCSU - Atwood Center)
4801 Veterans Dr
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