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How to get fromIndependence to Minneapolisby bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Independence to Minneapolis by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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  1. Line 24 bus, fly

    best
    1. Take the bus from On Truman At Osage Wb to East Village - Bay Abus bus
    2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane plane MCI - MSP
    5h 20m
    $602–952
  2. Bus via Des Moines (Greyhound)

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Des Moinesbus bus Greyhound US0156
    2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus bus Greyhound US0156
    12h 17m
    $63–130
  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Minneapolisbus bus Jefferson Lines 802 / ...
    10h 44m
    $65–130
  4. Drive 431.7 mi

    1. Drive from Independence to Minneapoliscar car 431.7 mi
    7h 15m
    $79–114

Independence to Minneapolis by bus and foot

Calendar25Weekly Services
Duration10h 44mAverage Duration
Ticket$65Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Independence, MO, USA and Minneapolis, MN, USA?

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Kansas City to Minneapolis 3 times a day. Tickets cost $100–150 and the journey takes 8h 55m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily.

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