MN → MN · about 83 miles
Brainerd to Detroit Lakes bus schedule
Jefferson Lines runs 7 direct buses a week from Brainerd to Detroit Lakes. The fastest takes 2 hours; every bus leaves at 2:30 PM. The standard fare is $19 one way.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Buses a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 2h 00m
- Leaves at
- 2:30 PM
- Standard fare
- $19
A standard fare is the carrier's published one-way price. Many carriers price by demand, so the fare when you book can be higher or lower. Fares don't include any fees the carrier's ticket site may add; BusSchedules.com adds no fees.
Timetable
Every bus leaves from Brainerd and arrives at Detroit Lakes. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Bus company | Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:30 PM | 4:30 PM | 2h 00m | Daily | Jefferson Lines Full timetable | Book (carrier website) |
Route map
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Where to board in Brainerd Where you get off in Detroit Lakes The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the bus in Brainerd
- Brainerd Jefferson Lines bus stop Map of Brainerd Jefferson Lines bus stop (Google Maps)
Where the bus stops in Detroit Lakes
- Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station Map of Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Detroit Lakes to Brainerd
Questions
How long is the bus from Brainerd to Detroit Lakes?
The fastest direct bus takes 2 hours.
How much is the bus from Brainerd to Detroit Lakes?
The standard one-way fare with Jefferson Lines is $19. Many carriers price by demand, so the fare when you book can be higher or lower. Fares don't include any fees the carrier's ticket site may add; BusSchedules.com adds no fees.
What time is the first bus from Brainerd to Detroit Lakes?
Every departure is at 2:30 PM (Daily).
Which bus companies go from Brainerd to Detroit Lakes?
Jefferson Lines runs direct buses on this route.
Where do I catch the bus in Brainerd?
Buses to Detroit Lakes leave from Brainerd Jefferson Lines bus stop.