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Cheap train tickets from Minot to St Paul
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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Minot to St Paul. Travelling by train from Minot to St Paul usually takes 9 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Empire Builder train can make the trip in 9 hours and 40 minutes.
- Distance
- 450 mi (725 km)
- Fastest train
- 9h 40m
- Lowest price
- £59.30
- Trains per day
- 2
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak Empire Builder
- Train lines
- 1
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Minot to St Paul Train Timetable
There are several train options that can take you from Minot to St Paul:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Minot to St Paul?
In the last month, train tickets from Minot to St Paul cost about £72 when booked at the cheapest time. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 18 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around £24.58 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Minot to St Paul by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Minot to St Paul will cost between £42 and £105. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Minot to St Paul by month
Ticket prices for the train from Minot to St Paul often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in March when the average ticket price is only £63. If you're thinking of travelling from Minot to St Paul during July, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £99 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 Minot to St Paul on Wanderu at least 18 days ahead of time, you can save about £24.58 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Minot to St Paul?
Amtrak Empire Builder is the one and only train line which connects Minot to St Paul. 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 42m | £83.96 |
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 Minot to St Paul
Trains leave the station in Minot twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to St Paul 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 St Paul to Minot. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Minot to St Paul for £125.
Trains per day
2
Direct trains
2
The distance between Minot and St Paul is approximately 450 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 42 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 40 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 Minot at 22:53 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:53. 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
10:53pm
Last train
10:53pm
Trains from Minot to St Paul are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Wednesday
Least crowded
Friday
City Information
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.
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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Minot?
Main departure station: 400 1st Ave SW
There is one train station in Minot.
All train stations in Minot:
- 400 1st Ave SW
Where is the train station in St Paul?
Main arrival 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.
Train stations in St Paul:
- Union Depot
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