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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | Willmar | MSP Airport T1 (Minneapolis International Airport) | Cheapest | ||||
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| Bus | Willmar | Minneapolis (U of MN - Huron Blvd) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Willmar | Minneapolis (U of MN - Huron Blvd) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Willmar | Minneapolis | No tags |
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Get from Willmar to Minneapolis
The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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 Willmar Minneapolis recent customer reviews
The bus driver again, I cannot say enough great things about her, her patience, her understanding, her kindness and compassion was heartfelt and definitely appreciated! I am grateful to her and hope to make an encounter with her again! Superb!
Anjanette G.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Willmar to Minneapolis 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 Willmar to Minneapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Willmar to Minneapolis start from $42. The average price for this route is around $78. 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 Willmar to Minneapolis?
The average bus trip duration from Willmar to Minneapolis is 4h 50m, covering a distance of 87 miles (141 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Willmar to Minneapolis route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Willmar to Minneapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Willmar to Minneapolis at 2:05pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Willmar to Minneapolis?
A bus trip from Willmar to Minneapolis generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Willmar to Minneapolis was searched and found on Jan 17, 2026 with a price of $69To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Willmar to Minneapolis, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $69 to $188 for a bus ticket from Willmar to Minneapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $69 which is on 2026-01-20.
