MN → MN · about 42 miles
Detroit Lakes to Wadena bus schedule
Jefferson Lines runs 7 direct buses a week from Detroit Lakes to Wadena. The fastest takes 55 minutes; every bus leaves at 12:05 PM. The standard fare is $19 one way.
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- Buses a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 55m
- Leaves at
- 12:05 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 Detroit Lakes and arrives at Wadena. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:05 PM | 1:00 PM | 55m | Daily | Jefferson Lines Full timetable | Book (carrier website) |
Route map
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Where to board in Detroit Lakes Where you get off in Wadena The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the bus in Detroit Lakes
- Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station Map of Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Where the bus stops in Wadena
- Wadena Jefferson Lines bus stop Map of Wadena Jefferson Lines bus stop (Google Maps)
Return trip: Wadena to Detroit Lakes
Questions
How long is the bus from Detroit Lakes to Wadena?
The fastest direct bus takes 55 minutes.
How much is the bus from Detroit Lakes to Wadena?
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 Detroit Lakes to Wadena?
Every departure is at 12:05 PM (Daily).
Which bus companies go from Detroit Lakes to Wadena?
Jefferson Lines runs direct buses on this route.
Where do I catch the bus in Detroit Lakes?
Buses to Wadena leave from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station.