What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Minneapolis?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Minneapolis is to bus which costs $55 - $120 and takes 8h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Minneapolis?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Minneapolis is to fly which takes 3h 32m and costs $75 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Minneapolis?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Minneapolis Bus Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Minneapolis?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Minneapolis station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Government Plaza Station via Union Depot Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

How far is it from Chicago to Minneapolis?

The distance between Chicago and Minneapolis is 369 miles. The road distance is 410.7 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Minneapolis without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Minneapolis without a car is to bus which takes 8h 20m and costs $55 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Minneapolis?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Chicago to Minneapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Minneapolis bus from?

Chicago to Minneapolis bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Minneapolis train from?

Chicago to Minneapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Minneapolis?

The best way to get from Chicago to Minneapolis is to fly which takes 3h 32m and costs $75 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $120 and takes 8h 20m, you could also train, which costs $110 - $250 and takes 8h 21m.

Where does the Chicago to Minneapolis bus arrive?

Chicago to Minneapolis bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Minneapolis Bus Station.

Where does the Chicago to Minneapolis train arrive?

Chicago to Minneapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at St. Paul-Minneapolis station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Minneapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Minneapolis is 411 miles. It takes approximately 6h 41m to drive from Chicago to Minneapolis.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Minneapolis?

Book your Chicago to Minneapolis bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Minneapolis?

There are 594+ hotels available in Minneapolis.

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There are 8 ways to get from Chicago to Minneapolis by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane MDW - MSP
3h 32m
$80–497
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0150
8h 20m
$55–120
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Borealis / ...
8h 21m
$112–242
Drive 408.3 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Minneapoliscar 408.3 mi
6h 41m
$75–108
Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane ORD - MSP
3h 50m
$234–657
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane MKE - MSP
4h 46m
$627–1,066
Train to South Bend, fly
1. Take the train from Van Buren St. to South Bend Airporttrain
2. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane SBN - MSP
5h 17m
$90–476
Bus via Madison
1. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus Van Galder
2. Take the bus from Madison to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 966
11h 15m
$86–154

Chicago to Minneapolis by bus

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Distance: 366.4 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Minneapolis, MN, USA?

Delta and Southwest Airlines fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Minneapolis Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $60–120 and the journey takes 8h 20m. Flixbus USA also services this route once daily.

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