Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Minneapolis (U of MN - Huron Blvd) | Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW | CheapestFastest | ||||
Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | Minneapolis | Rochester (Kahler Mayo) | No tags | ||||
Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | Minneapolis | Rochester (Kahler Mayo) | No tags | ||||
Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | Minneapolis | Rochester (Kahler Mayo) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Minneapolis | Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW | No tags | ||||
Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | Minneapolis | Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW | No tags | ||||
Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | Minneapolis | Rochester Airport | No tags |
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Get from Minneapolis to Rochester
The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R$160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Minneapolis and Rochester
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 Rochester
- A
Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW
Sinclair Fuel Stop, 205 6th St SW, Rochester, MN 55902, USA
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Founded in 1919, Jefferson Lines provides bus services across the Midwest in the US. Their buses have WiFi, USB plugs, bathrooms, reclining seats, reading lights and GPS tracking. Tickets are non-refundable, but you can change the date by paying a fee. Known for their affordable prices and convenient schedules, if you're looking to travel in the Midwest, Jefferson Lines is the way to go.
Jefferson Lines Minneapolis Rochester recent customer reviews
The bus driver was professional and went out of his way to make sure everything we needed was addressed (the outlets were not working at first but he reset the charger and got them to work).
Joshua W.
Good service
Purushotham C.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Minneapolis to Rochester, MN, US 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 Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Minneapolis to Rochester start from R$160. The average price for this route is around R$219. 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 Rochester?
The average bus trip duration from Minneapolis to Rochester is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 77 miles (124 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 25m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Minneapolis to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Minneapolis to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Minneapolis to Rochester at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 3:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Minneapolis to Rochester?
A bus trip from Minneapolis to Rochester generates an estimated 3.0782249999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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 Minneapolis to Rochester, MN, US was searched and found on Aug 14, 2026 with a price of R$155To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Minneapolis to Rochester, MN, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R$155 to R$314 for a bus ticket from Minneapolis to Rochester, MN, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R$155 which is on 2026-08-15.
