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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Minneapolis is to bus which costs $55 - $140 and takes 8h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Minneapolis is to subway and fly which takes 3h 39m and costs $80 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Loop and Minneapolis?

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

Is there a direct train between Chicago Loop and Minneapolis?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago Loop 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 Loop to Minneapolis?

The distance between Chicago Loop and Minneapolis is 360 miles. The road distance is 409.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Minneapolis without a car is to bus which takes 8h 20m and costs $55 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Chicago Loop to Minneapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Minneapolis bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Minneapolis train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago Loop to Minneapolis?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Minneapolis is to fly which takes 3h 46m and costs $210 - $400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $140 and takes 8h 20m, you could also train, which costs $110 - $260 and takes 8h 21m.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Minneapolis bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chicago Loop to Minneapolis train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago Loop to Minneapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Loop to Minneapolis is 410 miles. It takes approximately 6h 40m to drive from Chicago Loop to Minneapolis.

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

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

Where can I stay near Minneapolis?

There are 503+ hotels available in Minneapolis.

Chicago Loop to Minneapolis - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane ORD - MSP
3h 46m
$214–397
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0150 / ...
8h 20m
$55–140
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Borealis / ...
8h 21m
$119–252
Drive 407.5 mi
1. Drive from Chicago Loop to Minneapoliscar 407.5 mi
6h 40m
$75–108
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from Washington/Wells to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane MDW - MSP
3h 39m
$84–557
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 48m
$113–718
Train to South Bend, fly
1. Take the train from Millennium Station to South Bend Airporttrain
2. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane SBN - MSP
5h 14m
$115–666
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 UW-Madison to U of MN Campusbus Milwaukee
11h 55m
$86–165

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Distance: 357.8 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

American Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) hourly. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Minneapolis Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $70–140 and the journey takes 8h 20m. Flixbus USA also services this route once daily.

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