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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Detroit Lakes to Minot. Traveling by bus from Detroit Lakes to Minot usually takes around 32 hours and 35 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 272 mi (438 km) |
| Shortest duration | 32h 35m |
| Cheapest price | $274.00 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Detroit Lakes to Minot?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Detroit Lakes to Minot. Jefferson Lines is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 1 | 1d 8h 36m | $274.00 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Detroit Lakes to Minot from $274. Typically there is one Jefferson Lines schedule per day from Detroit Lakes to Minot and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Minot. In Detroit Lakes, Jefferson Lines departs to Minot from White Earth Transit Station . In Minot, Jefferson Lines arrives at Walmart .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Detroit Lakes to Minot takes 32 hours and 36 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Minot in 32 hours and 35 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 32 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 272 miles from Detroit Lakes to Minot. 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Detroit Lakes to Minot. It leaves the station in Detroit Lakes at 12:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Detroit Lakes to Minot. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Detroit Lakes to Minot; ticket prices start at $61.00.
City Information
Minot
Image credit: Andrew Filer
Link to image attributionMinot is a North Dakota city home to the Minot Air Force Base as well as the Dakota Territory Air Museum. The Scandinavian Heritage Park is another top site for history buffs, which honors the immigrant history in Minot. Close to the Souris River, you can visit the Roosevelt Park Zoo, which houses a wide range of birds, big cats, and bears. Minot offers a chance to go canoeing, kayaking, or fishing at Roosevelt Park or hiking at the amazing parks and trails. The city features great golf courses too.
One of the highlights of Minot is the Norsk Hostfest, an annual Scandinavian festival held each fall. This is North America's biggest Scandinavian festival, with fun shows and delicious food. Minot also features a thriving craft beer scene, with Souris River Brewing being the first to open. The downtown area is not far from Souris River and offers local stores, exciting nightlife, and shopping opportunities.
If you're moving within Minot, you get transportation services from the Minot City Transit. Most visitors come to town on Amtrak.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Detroit Lakes?
Main departure station: White Earth Transit Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Detroit Lakes.
All bus stations in Detroit Lakes:
White Earth Transit Station
Where does the bus arrive in Minot?
Main arrival station: Walmart
All buses from Detroit Lakes arrive at one main station in Minot.
All bus stations in Minot:
Walmart
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