Cheap bus tickets from Fargo to Detroit Lakes

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Bus from Fargo to Detroit Lakes: Journey Information

There are 2 intercity buses per day from Fargo to Detroit Lakes. Traveling by bus from Fargo to Detroit Lakes usually takes around one hour and 20 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in just one hour and 10 minutes.

Distance
45 mi (72 km)
Shortest duration
1h 10m
Cheapest price
$17.00
Trips per day
2
Most frequent service
Jefferson Lines
Bus lines
1

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Fargo to Detroit Lakes Bus Schedule

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Fargo to Detroit Lakes?

There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Fargo to Detroit Lakes.

Bus
Train
Avg. Price$17.00CheaperAvg. Price$30.43
Daily Trips2Daily Trips2
Duration1h 20mDuration58mFaster
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Price trends for buses from Fargo to Detroit Lakes

Average bus ticket prices from Fargo to Detroit Lakes by travel date

$30$20$10Aug

Average bus ticket prices from Fargo to Detroit Lakes by month

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Prices as travel date approaches

$25$20$15$10$50

What bus companies travel from Fargo to Detroit Lakes?

There are multiple buses that travel from Fargo to Detroit Lakes, including Jefferson Lines. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular bus lines:

BUSDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Jefferson Lines21h 20m$17.00
  • Book Jefferson Lines from Fargo to Detroit Lakes from $17. There are 2 trips per day offered by Jefferson Lines from Fargo to Detroit Lakes and you can expect on average to pay $17 for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Detroit Lakes. In Fargo, Jefferson Lines departs to Detroit Lakes from North Dakota State University and one other station. In Detroit Lakes, Jefferson Lines arrives at White Earth Transit Station.

    An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Fargo to Detroit Lakes takes 1 hours and 20 minutes, while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Detroit Lakes in 1 hours and 10 minutes.

    On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $17 for a weekend trip to Detroit Lakes.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Fargo to Detroit Lakes

There are usually only 2 buses per day from Fargo to Detroit Lakes. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Fargo to Detroit Lakes; ticket prices start at $27.

TRIPS PER DAY

2

DIRECT TRIPS

2

The bus takes an average of one hour and 20 minutes to cover the 45 miles from Fargo to Detroit Lakes. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 10 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.

DISTANCE (MI)

45

DISTANCE (KM)

72

The first bus leaves at 10:35am and the last bus leaves at 10:55am. To see the times for all buses from Fargo to Detroit Lakes, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

EARLIEST BUS

10:35am

LATEST BUS

10:55am

Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Fargo to Detroit Lakes 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.

MOST CROWDED

Friday

LEAST CROWDED

Monday

City Information

Fargo

Fargo conjures up thoughts of the Old West, a movie, and one part of a famous stage coach line in the 1800s. However, this isn't the 1800s, and Fargo is more than a collection of outdated old stereotypes. It's now a thriving city with plenty of hotel, dining, and entertainment options. It's also home to North Dakota State University, a national powerhouse in the Football Championship Subdivision, and a vibrant artistic scene.

On your trip to Fargo, North Dakota's largest city, visit the Plains Art Museum, the Fargo Air Museum, and Bonanzaville USA to learn about local history. The Red River Zoo will be a hit with kids.

A visit to the Drekker Brewery is a must for beer lovers. Everything is still done by hand with meticulous attention to the ingredients and the quality of its beers. But, of course, the best way to get into the Drekker vibe is to go to their taproom and try a few samples!

Jefferson Lines provides bus service to Fargo, with routes from Minneapolis, Denton, and even Los Angeles. You can also hop on a train to Fargo from Chicago, New Haven, and Petersburg.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Fargo?

Main departure station: North Dakota State University

Fargo has two bus stations with service to Detroit Lakes.

All bus stations in Fargo:

  • North Dakota State University
  • Fargo

Where does the bus arrive in Detroit Lakes?

Main arrival station: White Earth Transit Station

All buses from Fargo arrive at one main station in Detroit Lakes.

All bus stations in Detroit Lakes:

  • White Earth Transit Station

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