Cheap train tickets from St Paul to Minot
Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from St Paul to Minot. Travelling by train from St Paul to Minot usually takes 9 hours and 54 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Empire Builder train can make the trip in 9 hours and 53 minutes.
- Distance
- 450 mi (725 km)
- Fastest train
- 9h 53m
- Lowest price
- RON 382.31
- Trains per day
- 2
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak Empire Builder
- Train lines
- 1
Millions of travellers trust Wanderu every year to get:
Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest coach & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most coach & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
See what travellers are saying about Wanderu:
St Paul to Minot Train Timetable

Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers
Average score for trains from St Paul to Minot (Based on 4 ratings and reviews)
4.0
There are several train options that can take you from St Paul to Minot:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from St Paul to Minot?
In the last month, train tickets from St Paul to Minot cost about RON 382 when booked at the cheapest time. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 21 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around RON 279.57 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from St Paul to Minot by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from St Paul to Minot will cost between RON 249 and RON 683. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from St Paul to Minot by month
Ticket prices for the train from St Paul to Minot often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in January when the average ticket price is only RON 411. If you're thinking of travelling from St Paul to Minot during July, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of RON 712 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in July, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from St Paul to Minot on Wanderu at least 21 days ahead of time, you can save about RON 279.57 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from St Paul to Minot?
Amtrak Empire Builder is the one and only train line which connects St Paul to Minot. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Empire Builder | 2 | 9h 54m | RON 546.28 |
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 travelling by train from St Paul to Minot
Trains leave the station in St Paul twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Minot 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 Minot to St Paul. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from St Paul to Minot for RON 803.
Trains per day
2
Direct trains
2
The distance between St Paul and Minot is approximately 450 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 54 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 53 minutes. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Distance (mi)
450
Distance (km)
725
The earliest train departs St Paul at 23:13 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:13. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full timetable for your specific travel dates.
First train
11:13pm
Last train
11:13pm
Trains from St Paul to Minot 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 travelling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Sunday
Least crowded
Thursday
City Information
St Paul



Saint Paul is the capital of Minnesota, and is one of the Twin Cities, along with its neighbour 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. Coach service from stations throughout town and nearby Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport make it easy to travel to and from this saintly city.
Minot

Minot is a North Dakota city home to the Minot Air Force Base as well as the Dakota Territory Air Museum. The Scandinavian Heritage Park is another top site for history buffs, which honours the immigrant history in Minot. Close to the Souris River, you can visit the Roosevelt Park Zoo, which houses a wide range of birds, big cats, and bears. Minot offers a chance to go canoeing, kayaking, or fishing at Roosevelt Park or hiking at the amazing parks and trails. The city features great golf courses too.
One of the highlights of Minot is the Norsk Hostfest, an annual Scandinavian festival held each autumn. This is North America's biggest Scandinavian festival, with fun shows and delicious food. Minot also features a thriving craft beer scene, with Souris River Brewing being the first to open. The downtown area is not far from Souris River and offers local stores, exciting nightlife, and shopping opportunities.
If you're moving within Minot, you get transport services from the Minot City Transit. Most visitors come to town on Amtrak.
Station Information
Where is the train station in St Paul?
Main departure station: Union Depot

Located right on the banks of the Mississippi River in Saint Paul’s Lowertown neighbourhood, 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 coaches and connects to local public transit. Within the Union Depot complex, you’ll find a coffee shop, restaurant, bike shop, car hire company, and can even join a public tour to admire the architecture and learn about the station’s storied past.
All train stations in St Paul:
- Union Depot
Where is the train station in Minot?
Main arrival station: 400 1st Ave SW
Minot has one train station.
Train stations in Minot:
- 400 1st Ave SW
Need a return trip from Minot to St Paul?
Search Train TicketsPlan your next adventure
More trains from St Paul
- St Paul to Vancouver TrainRON 1,233+
- St Paul to Tampa TrainRON 1,649+
- St Paul to Glenview TrainRON 382+
- St Paul to West Glacier TrainRON 784+
- St Paul to New York TrainRON 1,295+
- St Paul to Syracuse TrainRON 855+
- St Paul to Tacoma Train
- St Paul to Green Bay TrainRON 502+
- St Paul to Milwaukee TrainRON 373+
- St Paul to Toronto TrainRON 1,042+
- St Paul to Chicago TrainRON 473+
- St Paul to Waterloo Train
- St Paul to Devils Lake TrainRON 406+
- St Paul, MN to Niagara Falls, NY TrainRON 1,200+
- St Paul, MN to Burlington, VT TrainRON 1,386+
- St Paul, MN to Vancouver, WA TrainRON 1,037+
- St Paul to La Crosse TrainRON 100+
- St Paul to Sturtevant TrainRON 368+
Continue by train from Minot
- Minot to Chicago TrainRON 927+
- Minot to Whitefish TrainRON 688+
- Minot to Grand Forks TrainRON 234+
- Minot to New York TrainRON 2,600+
- Minot to Seattle TrainRON 1,156+
- Minot to St Paul TrainRON 464+
- Minot to Fargo TrainRON 306+
- Minot to Williston TrainRON 191+
- Minot to Portland TrainRON 1,085+
- Minot to Milwaukee TrainRON 922+
Check out these popular routes
- Vancouver to Seattle TrainRON 301+
- Montreal to Québec City TrainRON 191+
- San Diego to Los Angeles TrainRON 177+
- Boston to New York TrainRON 755+
- New York to New Haven TrainRON 344+
- New York to Providence TrainRON 741+
- Portland to Seattle TrainRON 229+
- Seattle to New York TrainRON 2,777+
- Seattle to Philadelphia TrainRON 2,041+
- Toronto to New York TrainRON 803+
- Los Angeles to San Diego TrainRON 186+
- New Haven to New York TrainRON 387+
- Portland, ME to Seattle, WA TrainRON 2,127+
- New York to Boston TrainRON 789+
- Niagara Falls, NY to Toronto, ON TrainRON 263+
- Seattle, WA to Portland, ME Train
- Seattle to Portland TrainRON 239+
- Seattle, WA to Vancouver, WA TrainRON 239+

Wanderu is the simplest way to book coach and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare coach and train timetables and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap coach and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading coach and train companies, we always have the best coach and train deals out there.




