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St Paul - Staples Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 2 intercity buses per day from St Paul to Staples. Traveling by bus from St Paul to Staples usually takes around 8 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 50 minutes.

Distance127 mi (205 km)
Shortest duration5h 50m
Cheapest price$75.00
Most frequent serviceJefferson Lines
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Price trends for buses from St Paul to Staples

Monthly average prices

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What bus companies travel from St Paul to Staples?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from St Paul to Staples. 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.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Jefferson Lines28h 25m$75.00
  • Book Jefferson Lines from Saint Paul to Staples from $75. There are 2 trips per day offered by Jefferson Lines from St Paul to Staples and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Staples. In Saint Paul, Jefferson Lines departs to Staples from Union Depot . In Staples, Jefferson Lines arrives at Ernies - 1230 US-10 E .

    An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Saint Paul to Staples takes 8 hours and 25 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Staples in 5 hours and 50 minutes .

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 127 miles from St Paul to Staples. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 50 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.

Because many passengers travel from St Paul to Staples at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00am. To see the times for all buses from St Paul to Staples, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are usually only 2 buses per day from St Paul to Staples. 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 St Paul to Staples; ticket prices start at $15.00.

City Information

St Paul

St. Paul, MN - STP-0

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St. Paul, MN - STP-1

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St. Paul, MN - STP-2

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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 St Paul?

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Main departure 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

Where does the bus arrive in Staples?

Main arrival station: Ernies - 1230 US-10 E

All buses from St Paul arrive at one main station in Staples.

All bus stations in Staples:

  • Ernies - 1230 US-10 E

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