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Detroit Lakes to Staples Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Detroit Lakes to Staples?
There are usually 1 daily bus trips from Detroit Lakes to Staples.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceUS$19.00 | Avg. PriceUS$29.00 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration1h 15m | Duration1h 0m |
Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Detroit Lakes to Staples. The train trip from Detroit Lakes to Staples is usually about one hour long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 59 mi (95 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 0m |
| Lowest price | US$24.00 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Empire Builder |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Detroit Lakes to Staples?
Amtrak Empire Builder is the one and only train line which connects Detroit Lakes to Staples. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Empire Builder | 2 | 1h 0m | US$28.29 |
The Amtrak Empire Builder is a long-distance passenger rail service that has been in operation since 1929. The full 2,200-mile route takes 45 hours to connect Chicago with the Pacific Northwest. Don’t let the length of the trip intimidate you; the Empire Builder is one of Amtrak’s most popular services, and often rated as the most scenic train route in the country. The sightseer lounge, home to enormous windows, is the perfect place to drink in the incredible views of the Mississippi River, the North Dakota Plains, Glacier National Park, and the Columbia River Gorge. Overnight trips on the Empire Builder include the option to book sleeper cabins, for a more comfortable journey and included meals. All passengers can purchase meals or snacks in the cafe car.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Detroit Lakes to Staples
Trains from Detroit Lakes to Staples are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Detroit Lakes at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Detroit Lakes twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Staples with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Staples to Detroit Lakes.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Detroit Lakes?
Main departure station: White Earth Transit Station
There is one train station in Detroit Lakes.
All train stations in Detroit Lakes:
White Earth Transit Station
Where is the train station in Staples?
Main arrival station: First Ave NE and Fourth St NE
Staples has one train station.
Train stations in Staples:
First Ave NE and Fourth St NE
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