MVTA’s express service is your fast, affordable, and stress-free way to get from the South Metro to downtown Minneapolis or St. Paul. Instead of sitting in traffic or paying for gas and parking, hop on an MVTA express bus and enjoy a comfortable ride where you can relax, catch up on emails, or take a break before and after work. With frequent service from convenient park & ride locations, it’s easier than ever to fit transit into your routine.
Ride smarter. Save money. Skip the stress.
Service to and From
MVTA Express Routes
460
Burnsville – Mpls
465
Burnsville – Bloomington – Mpls – UMN
470
Eagan – Mpls
472
Rosemount – Apple Valley – Eagan – Mpls
475
Apple Valley – Cedar Grove – Mpls – UMN
477
Lakeville – Apple Valley – Mpls
480
Apple Valley – Burnsville – Eagan – St. Paul
484
Rosemount – St. Paul
490
Prior Lake – Shakopee – Mpls – UMN
493
Shakopee – Mpls
Express Bus Fares
$3.25
Rush Hour
Mon – Fri, 6-9 AM & 3-6:30 PM
$2.50
Non-Rush Hour
All Other Times
Reduced Fare
With a Metropass
Ask your employer about transit perks.
MVTA is part of the regional transit fare system. You can purchase tickets through your Go-To card, Universal Transit pass, Metropass, or by paying the exact fare amount with cash.
To refill your Go-To Card online, go to https://store.metrotransit.org/
Sit Back, Relax, and Take MVTA
Save Money
Taking the bus and train saves on car expenses including maintenance, parking, and tolls, which add up quickly. A household can save nearly $10,000 by taking public transportation and living with one less car.
Improve Air Quality
Transportation is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions causing climate change. Using public transit creates 84% less carbon emissions than driving a car.
Reduce Stress
Taking public transit eliminates the stress and anxiety of battling everyday traffic. Leave the driving to MVTA!
Save Time
While you’re taking public transit, catch up on reading, emails, podcasts, or just sit back and relax!
Reduce Traffic
Taking public transit removes vehicles from roadways, limiting traffic congestion, air pollution, and ground-level ozone.
Save Gas
Switching to public transit frees up additional funds in your everyday budget. In addition, public transportation saves an estimated 6 billion gallons of gas each year!
Employer Resources
Offer Transit Benefits to Employees at Little or No Cost!
No matter your industry, providing commuter options benefits everyone involved. When employees choose public transportation over driving alone, they save money, reduce stress, and arrive ready to work, while you gain an advantage in attracting and retaining top talent. It’s easy to set up and often free unless you choose to subsidize. Over 80% of employers do, earning valuable tax credits in return.
Ready to explore your options? Click the link below to get started.
MVTA is Your Partner in Transportation
Whether you’re looking to support employee commuting, improve customer access, or collaborate on community events, we’re here to help. MVTA offers reliable transit solutions tailored to your business needs. Let us know how we can support your goals.
On-Site Travel Training
Hands-on travel training and trip planning at your location.
Customized Transit Materials
Maps, schedules, and how-to guides tailored to your workplace.
Digital Toolkits
Ready-to-share content for intranets, emails, or onboarding.
Pop-Up Info Booths
MVTA tables at your employee events to share resources and answer questions.
Planning Support
Meet with us to explore route options and transit solutions for your team.
Click the link below to get in touch with MVTA for employer support.