How much is the bus ticket from Minneapolis to Louisville?

The cheapest bus tickets from Minneapolis to Louisville start from $85. The average price for this route is around $129. 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 Minneapolis to Louisville?

The average bus trip duration from Minneapolis to Louisville is 16h 30m, covering a distance of 604 miles (974 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 30m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Minneapolis to Louisville route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Minneapolis to Louisville?

The earliest bus departs from Minneapolis to Louisville at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Minneapolis to Louisville?

A bus trip from Minneapolis to Louisville generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Minneapolis to Louisville?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Minneapolis to Louisville?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Minneapolis to Louisville?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Minneapolis to Louisville?

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.

Bus Minneapolis to Louisville from $95 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Minneapolis to Louisville on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:50pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	15h 35m	1:25pm	Louisville, KY	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Minneapolis to Louisville on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:50pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	15h 35m	1:25pm	Louisville, KY	Cheapest
	Bus	5:30am	Minneapolis Bus Station	15h 30m	10:00pm	Louisville, KY	Fastest
	Bus	12:15am	Minneapolis Bus Station	16h 30m	5:45pm	Louisville, KY	No tags
	Bus	7:45am	Minneapolis Bus Station	16h 40m	1:25am	Louisville, KY	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:45am	Minneapolis Bus Station	16h 50m	5:35am	Louisville, KY	No tags

Next departures for Minneapolis to Louisville on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:50pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	15h 35m	1:25pm	Louisville, KY	Cheapest
	Bus	5:30am	Minneapolis Bus Station	15h 30m	10:00pm	Louisville, KY	Fastest
	Bus	12:15am	Minneapolis Bus Station	16h 30m	5:45pm	Louisville, KY	No tags
	Bus	7:45am	Minneapolis Bus Station	16h 40m	1:25am	Louisville, KY	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:45am	Minneapolis Bus Station	16h 50m	5:35am	Louisville, KY	No tags

Next departures for Minneapolis to Louisville on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:15am	Minneapolis Bus Station	16h 30m	5:45pm	Louisville, KY	Cheapest
	Bus	5:30am	Minneapolis Bus Station	15h 30m	10:00pm	Louisville, KY	Fastest
	Bus	7:45am	Minneapolis Bus Station	16h 40m	1:25am	Louisville, KY	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:45am	Minneapolis Bus Station	16h 50m	5:35am	Louisville, KY	No tags
	Bus	8:50pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	15h 35m	1:25pm	Louisville, KY	No tags

Next departures for Minneapolis to Louisville on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:15am	Minneapolis Bus Station	16h 30m	5:45pm	Louisville, KY	Cheapest
	Bus	5:30am	Minneapolis Bus Station	15h 30m	10:00pm	Louisville, KY	Fastest
	Bus	7:45am	Minneapolis Bus Station	16h 40m	1:25am	Louisville, KY	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:45am	Minneapolis Bus Station	16h 50m	5:35am	Louisville, KY	No tags
	Bus	8:50pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	15h 35m	1:25pm	Louisville, KY	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:31 PM CST.

Get from Minneapolis to Louisville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 16 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

16h 30mAverage Duration

604 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Minneapolis and Louisville?

Stops in Minneapolis

A
Greyhound Station
950 Hawthorne Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA
B
MSP Airport
Ground Transportation Center, Terminal 1, 6498 34th Ave S, St Paul, MN 55111, USA

Stops in Louisville

A
Louisville Greyhound Bus Station
720 W Muhammad Ali Blvd, Louisville, KY 40203

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,500 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Minneapolis to Louisville 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 Minneapolis to Louisville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Minneapolis to Louisville start from $85. The average price for this route is around $129. 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 Minneapolis to Louisville?
The average bus trip duration from Minneapolis to Louisville is 16h 30m, covering a distance of 604 miles (974 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Minneapolis to Louisville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Minneapolis to Louisville?
The earliest bus departs from Minneapolis to Louisville at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Minneapolis to Louisville?
A bus trip from Minneapolis to Louisville generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Minneapolis to Louisville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Minneapolis to Louisville?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Minneapolis to Louisville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Minneapolis to Louisville?
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

11/30

$287

12/01

$263

Today

$163

12/03

$115

12/04

$112

12/05

$119

12/06

No data

12/07

$109

The cheapest trip from Minneapolis to Louisville was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $109

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

You can expect to pay from $109 to $296 for a bus ticket from Minneapolis to Louisville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $109 which is on 2025-12-07.