Bus from New York City to Minneapolis: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from New York City to Minneapolis on 8 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Minneapolis Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New York Port Authority
Minneapolis Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
New York Port Authority
Minneapolis Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
GW Bridge
Minneapolis Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Minneapolis Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:55 PM EST.

Get from New York City to Minneapolis

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 2 216, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day
1d 11hAverage duration
1636 kmDistance
41kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Minneapolis by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Minneapolis?

    The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Minneapolis start at R 2 216. The average price for this route is around R 4 184. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from New York City to Minneapolis?

    The average bus journey time from New York City to Minneapolis is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1636 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the New York City to Minneapolis route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Minneapolis?

    The earliest bus departs from New York City to Minneapolis at 05:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Minneapolis?

    A bus trip from New York City to Minneapolis produces an estimated 41 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from New York City to Minneapolis?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11828 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Minneapolis?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from New York City to Minneapolis?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Minneapolis?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06/01
R 3 649
07/01
R 3 717
Today
R 3 802
09/01
R 2 957
10/01
R 4 105
11/01
No data
12/01
No data
13/01
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Minneapolis was searched and found on 09 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 957

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to Minneapolis as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 957 to R 4 933 for a bus ticket from New York City to Minneapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 957, which is on 2026-01-09.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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