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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Winona to St Paul. Traveling by bus from Winona to St Paul usually takes around 2 hours and 35 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 94 mi (151 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $28.00 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
| Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from Winona to St Paul?
Bus tickets for a trip from Winona to St Paul cost $28.00 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
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To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 26 days in advance to save up to $0.11.
What bus companies travel from Winona to St Paul?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Winona to St Paul that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Amtrak Thruway usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 2 | 2h 49m | $48.00 |
| Jefferson Lines | 1 | 2h 15m | $28.07 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Winona to Saint Paul start at $48. On average, there are 2 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Book Jefferson Lines from Winona to Saint Paul from $28. Typically there is one Jefferson Lines schedule per day from Winona to St Paul and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Saint Paul. In Winona, Jefferson Lines departs to Saint Paul from Winona State University . In Saint Paul, Jefferson Lines arrives at Union Depot .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Winona to Saint Paul takes 2 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Saint Paul.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 94 miles from Winona to St Paul. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 15 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to St Paul at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Winona to St Paul, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Winona to St Paul every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Winona to St Paul without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Winona to St Paul; ticket prices start at $15.00.
City Information
St Paul
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Image credit: Unsplash
Saint Paul is the capital of Minnesota, and is one of the Twin Cities, along with its neighbor across the Mississippi River, Minneapolis. As the seat of Minnesota's government, Saint Paul offers historic and cultural attractions which represent both the state and the American Midwest as a whole.
For a comprehensive introduction to the region's history, start your trip at the Minnesota History Center, just down the street from the grounds of the State Capitol building. There are museums in Saint Paul for all types of interests, including the Science Museum of Minnesota and the Schubert Club Musical Instrument Museum. For an extra dash of Saint Paul history, take a stroll down Summit Avenue, a stylish street of drool-worthy Victorian houses and mansions, including the home of F. Scott Fitzgerald.
If you're brave enough to visit Saint Paul during the freezing winters, you'll be rewarded with the Saint Paul Winter Carnival, a yearly event where you can explore ice palaces, watch live ice sculpting, and compete in city-wide scavenger hunts. Saint Paul is also one of the country's best cities for craft beer, so save time to taste some local ales or even brew your own beer at Vine Park Brewing Co.
Saint Paul is a hub for travel in the Midwest thanks in part to Amtrak's Empire Builder train service which stops at Saint Paul Union Depot. Bus service from stations throughout town and nearby Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport make it easy to travel to and from this saintly city.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Winona?
Main departure station: 65 E Mark St
Winona has two bus stations with service to Saint Paul.
All bus stations in Winona:
65 E Mark St
Winona State University
Where does the bus arrive in St Paul?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Union Depot
Located right on the banks of the Mississippi River in Saint Paul’s Lowertown neighborhood, Union Depot has a remarkable history dating back to 1881. It remains the major transport hub of Saint Paul, as well as the designated station for Amtrak service in the Twin Cities. Besides the long-haul Empire Builder train, the station serves Jefferson Lines and Greyhound intercity buses and connects to local public transit. Within the Union Depot complex, you’ll find a coffee shop, restaurant, bike shop, rental car agency, and can even join a public tour to admire the architecture and learn about the station’s storied past.
All bus stations in St Paul:
Union Depot
Minn-St Paul Airport - 4300 Glumack Dr
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