Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | Clear Lake Jct. | Minneapolis | Cheapest | ||||
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Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | Clear Lake Jct. | Minneapolis (Mall of America) | No tags |
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Get from Clear Lake to Minneapolis
The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 764 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Jefferson Lines ticket prices on this trip start at $101
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Clear Lake, IA to Minneapolis by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Clear Lake to Minneapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Clear Lake to Minneapolis start from $55. The average price for this route is around $101. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Clear Lake to Minneapolis?
The average bus travel time from Clear Lake to Minneapolis is 6h 30m, covering a distance of 194 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Clear Lake to Minneapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Clear Lake to Minneapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Clear Lake to Minneapolis at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Clear Lake to Minneapolis?
A bus trip from Clear Lake to Minneapolis generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Clear Lake, IA to Minneapolis was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $99To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Clear Lake, IA to Minneapolis, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $99 to $255 for a bus ticket from Clear Lake, IA to Minneapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $99 which is on 2026-01-12.
