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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Staples to St Paul. Traveling by bus from Staples to St Paul usually takes around 5 hours and 19 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 127 mi (205 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $75.00 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Staples to St Paul?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Staples to St Paul. Jefferson Lines is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 2 | 5h 20m | $88.60 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Staples to Saint Paul from $75. There are 2 trips per day offered by Jefferson Lines from Staples to St Paul and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Saint Paul. In Staples, Jefferson Lines departs to Saint Paul from Ernies - 1230 US-10 E . In Saint Paul, Jefferson Lines arrives at Union Depot .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Staples to Saint Paul takes 5 hours and 20 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Saint Paul in 4 hours and 45 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 Saint Paul.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 19 minutes to cover the 127 miles from Staples to St Paul. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 45 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 St Paul, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Staples to St Paul, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Staples to St Paul. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Staples to St Paul; ticket prices start at $18.00.
City Information
St Paul
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Saint Paul is the capital of Minnesota, and is one of the Twin Cities, along with its neighbor across the Mississippi River, Minneapolis. As the seat of Minnesota's government, Saint Paul offers historic and cultural attractions which represent both the state and the American Midwest as a whole.
For a comprehensive introduction to the region's history, start your trip at the Minnesota History Center, just down the street from the grounds of the State Capitol building. There are museums in Saint Paul for all types of interests, including the Science Museum of Minnesota and the Schubert Club Musical Instrument Museum. For an extra dash of Saint Paul history, take a stroll down Summit Avenue, a stylish street of drool-worthy Victorian houses and mansions, including the home of F. Scott Fitzgerald.
If you're brave enough to visit Saint Paul during the freezing winters, you'll be rewarded with the Saint Paul Winter Carnival, a yearly event where you can explore ice palaces, watch live ice sculpting, and compete in city-wide scavenger hunts. Saint Paul is also one of the country's best cities for craft beer, so save time to taste some local ales or even brew your own beer at Vine Park Brewing Co.
Saint Paul is a hub for travel in the Midwest thanks in part to Amtrak's Empire Builder train service which stops at Saint Paul Union Depot. Bus service from stations throughout town and nearby Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport make it easy to travel to and from this saintly city.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Staples?
Main departure station: Ernies - 1230 US-10 E
Most buses depart from the main station in Staples.
All bus stations in Staples:
Ernies - 1230 US-10 E
Where does the bus arrive in St Paul?
Image credit: David Wilson
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Union Depot
Located right on the banks of the Mississippi River in Saint Paul’s Lowertown neighborhood, Union Depot has a remarkable history dating back to 1881. It remains the major transport hub of Saint Paul, as well as the designated station for Amtrak service in the Twin Cities. Besides the long-haul Empire Builder train, the station serves Jefferson Lines and Greyhound intercity buses and connects to local public transit. Within the Union Depot complex, you’ll find a coffee shop, restaurant, bike shop, rental car agency, and can even join a public tour to admire the architecture and learn about the station’s storied past.
All bus stations in St Paul:
Union Depot
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