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Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Staples and East Glacier Park Village. The average train journey from Staples to East Glacier Park Village takes 18 hours and 38 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
Distance | 872 mi (1403 km) |
Fastest train | 18h 38m |
Lowest price | £121.93 |
Trains per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Empire Builder |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Staples to East Glacier Park Village?
Amtrak Empire Builder is the one and only train line which connects Staples to East Glacier Park Village. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Empire Builder | 2 | 18h 38m | £121.93 |
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
The distance between Staples and East Glacier Park Village is approximately 872 miles, or 1403 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 18 hours and 38 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 spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Staples to East Glacier Park Village tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Staples at 02:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 02:00. 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 Staples twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to East Glacier Park Village 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 East Glacier Park Village to Staples.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Staples?
Main departure station: First Ave NE and Fourth St NE
There is one train station in Staples.
All train stations in Staples:
First Ave NE and Fourth St NE
Where is the train station in East Glacier Park Village?
Main arrival station: 400 Hwy 49 N
East Glacier Park Village has one train station.
Train stations in East Glacier Park Village:
400 Hwy 49 N
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