Arrowhead Transit provides convenient options to connect you to Minnesota North – Mesabi in Virginia, MN. Whether you’re a local resident, staff, or student living on campus, our bus routes offer reliable transportation around the city. To schedule a ride or obtain additional information, please call our dispatch line at 1-800-862-0175. Here are the available bus routes and schedules for reaching Minnesota North – Mesabi’s Virginia campus:
Minnesota North Bus Pass
Ticket Pricing
- Minnesota North Dial-A-Ride: $3.00 (One Way)
- Minnesota North Commuter: $5.00 (One Way)
Tickets can be purchased at the Aspire North office on campus.
Virginia & Mountain Iron Dial-A-Ride
Available within Mountain Iron and Virginia city limits
Dial-A-Ride Phone Number: 1-800-862-0175 (Option 1)
Operating Hours
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. |
| Saturday | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Sunday | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. |
See North St. Louis County Page
Virginia – Eveleth – West Eveleth – Gilbert Bus Schedule
Operating Monday to Friday
To Virginia
| Time | From |
|---|---|
| 8:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 4:20 p.m. | Eveleth |
| 11:15 a.m. | West Eveleth |
| 6:40 a.m., 8:45 a.m., 11:45 a.m., 1:15 p.m., 4:15 p.m. | Gilbert |
From Virginia
| Time | To |
|---|---|
| 8:15 a.m., 9:15 a.m., 10:15 a.m., Noon, 3:00 p.m., 4:15 p.m. | Eveleth |
| 3:00 p.m., 4:15 p.m. | West Eveleth |
| 9:15 a.m., Noon, 3:00 p.m., 4:15 p.m., 5:00 p.m. | Gilbert |
See North St. Louis County Page
Virginia to Hibbing Connection
Operating Monday to Friday
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 7:30, 10:40, 1:15, 4:40 | Eveleth/Gilbert |
| 7:45, 10:15, 1:30, 4:15 | Virginia |
| 7:50, 10:10, 1:40, 4:10 | Mountain Iron |
| 8:15, 9:45, 1:45, 3:45 | Buhl |
| 8:30, 9:30, 2:30, 3:30 | Chisholm |
| 9:00, 3:00 | Hibbing |
See North St. Louis County Page
Virginia to Ely Connection
Operates Every Monday
Morning Bus Schedule
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 7:00 a.m. | Virginia |
| 8:00-8:35 a.m. | Ely |
| 9:00 a.m. | Soudan |
| 9:10 a.m. | Tower |
| 9:45 a.m. | Virginia (Uptown Mall) |
Afternoon Bus Schedule
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 2:00 p.m. | Virginia (Uptown Mall) |
| 2:40 p.m. | Tower |
| 2:45 p.m. | Soudan |
| 3:15 p.m. | Ely |
| 4:45 p.m. | Virginia |
See North St. Louis County Page
Virginia to Duluth Connection
Operating 2nd Friday of Every Month
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 8:05 a.m. | Virginia |
| 10:00 a.m. | Arrive in Duluth / Medical Center Shuttle |
| 1:30 p.m. | Shuttle from Medical Center |
| 1:45 p.m. | Leave Duluth |
Arrowhead Transit to DTA Bus Transfers
Transfers to a DTA bus are FREE with a dated Arrowhead Transit ticket.
We appreciate everyone following our Bus Passenger Code of Conduct and welcome all to use our public transportation services. Schedule a ride today by calling 1-800-862-0175. Learn more about purchasing bus tickets in advance. If Arrowhead Transit’s bus services do not connect with your preferred departure or arrival times, Connect With Us Directly.