5.0
Pros: I had my own seat. Cons: Announcing where we had arrived. Tips: Arrive early to stop.
4.0
Pros: Nice temperature, low price, and quick travel. Cons: Better labeling of the bus stop at MSUM.
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Moorhead to Minneapolis Bus Schedule
Bus from Moorhead to Minneapolis: Journey Information
There are 8 intercity buses per day from Moorhead to Minneapolis. Traveling by bus from Moorhead to Minneapolis usually takes around 7 hours and 47 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 213 mi (343 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $97.00 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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Average score for buses from Moorhead to Minneapolis
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
4.5
What bus companies travel from Moorhead to Minneapolis?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Moorhead to Minneapolis. Jefferson Lines 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 8 | 7h 48m | $115.35 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Moorhead to Minneapolis from $97. There are 8 trips per day offered by Jefferson Lines from Moorhead to Minneapolis and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Minneapolis. In Moorhead, Jefferson Lines departs to Minneapolis from Comstock Memorial Union - 615 14th St S . In Minneapolis, Jefferson Lines arrives at 516 2nd Ave North and 3 other stations.
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Moorhead to Minneapolis takes 7 hours and 48 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Minneapolis in 4 hours and 10 minutes .
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 5 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Minneapolis.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Moorhead to Minneapolis
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 47 minutes to cover the 213 miles from Moorhead to Minneapolis. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 10 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, 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 Minneapolis, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 11:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Moorhead to Minneapolis, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 8 scheduled buses that travel from Moorhead to Minneapolis every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct bus. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different bus at any point during your trip. Direct buses also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
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 Moorhead?
Main departure station: Comstock Memorial Union - 615 14th St S
Most buses depart from the main station in Moorhead.
All bus stations in Moorhead:
Comstock Memorial Union - 615 14th St S
Where does the bus arrive in Minneapolis?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: 516 2nd Ave North
Located 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.
All bus stations in Minneapolis:
516 2nd Ave North
University of Minnesota (Huron Blvd at 2428 Delaware St SE)
1 Veterans Drive
Minneapolis-St Paul Airport
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