IA → MN · about 122 miles
Clear Lake to Minneapolis bus schedule
Jefferson Lines runs 21 direct buses a week from Clear Lake to Minneapolis. The fastest takes 2 hours 5 minutes; the first bus leaves at 2:15 AM and the last at 6:55 PM. Standard one-way fares run from $26 to $30.
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- Buses a week
- 21
- Fastest trip
- 2h 05m
- First bus
- 2:15 AM
- Last bus
- 6:55 PM
- Standard fare
- $26–$30
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 Clear Lake and arrives at Minneapolis. 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 | Standard fare & ticket |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:15 AM | 4:30 AM | 2h 15m | Daily | Jefferson Lines Full timetable | $30Book (carrier website) |
| 5:55 AM | 9:50 AM | 3h 55m | Daily | Jefferson Lines Full timetable | $30Book (carrier website) |
| 6:55 PM | 9:00 PM | 2h 05m | Daily | Jefferson Lines Full timetable | $26Book (carrier website) |
Route map
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Where to board in Clear Lake Where you get off in Minneapolis The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the bus in Clear Lake
- Clear Lake Jefferson Lines bus stop Map of Clear Lake Jefferson Lines bus stop (Google Maps)
Where the bus stops in Minneapolis
Return trip: Minneapolis to Clear Lake
Questions
How long is the bus from Clear Lake to Minneapolis?
The fastest direct bus takes 2 hours 5 minutes; the typical trip is 2 hours 15 minutes.
How much is the bus from Clear Lake to Minneapolis?
The standard one-way fare with Jefferson Lines is $26 to $30, depending on the trip. 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 Clear Lake to Minneapolis?
The earliest departure is at 2:15 AM (Daily) and the last at 6:55 PM (Daily).
Which bus companies go from Clear Lake to Minneapolis?
Jefferson Lines runs direct buses on this route.
Where do I catch the bus in Clear Lake?
Buses to Minneapolis leave from Clear Lake Jefferson Lines bus stop.