Cheap train tickets from New York to St Paul

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Trip Summary

There are usually 7 daily train trips available from New York to St Paul. Travelling by train from New York to St Paul usually takes 1 day, 12 hours and 11 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 1 day, 8 hours and 16 minutes.

Distance: 1008 mi (1622 km)
Fastest train: 32h 16m
Lowest price: RON 803.41
Trains per day: 7
Most frequent service: Amtrak
Train lines: 1

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New York to St Paul Train Timetable

Is it better to travel by coach or train from New York to St Paul?

There are usually 19 daily coach trips from New York to St Paul.

	Train	Coach
Avg. Price	Avg. PriceRON 2,095.46	Avg. PriceRON 1,129.08Cheaper
Daily Trips	Daily Trips7	Daily Trips19
Duration	Duration36h 11mFaster	Duration36h 32m

There are several train options that can take you from New York to St Paul:

Amtrak tickets: RON 803 one-way

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What is the price of a train ticket from New York to St Paul?

In the last month, train tickets from New York to St Paul cost about RON 1,229 when booked at the cheapest time. Considering the distance between New York and St Paul, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 22 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around RON 3,303.64 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from New York to St Paul by travel date

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from New York to St Paul will cost between RON 1,081 and RON 3,649. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from New York to St Paul by month

Ticket prices for the train from New York to St Paul often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in February when the average ticket price is only RON 1,478. If you're thinking of travelling from New York to St Paul during July, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of RON 2,295 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 New York to St Paul on Wanderu at least 22 days ahead of time, you can save about RON 3,303.64 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from New York to St Paul?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects New York to St Paul. However, there are 7 trains per day to choose from.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	7	36h 11m	RON 2,095.48

Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 7 Amtrak trains from New York to St Paul every day, as well as 6 trips at the weekends, with prices starting from RON 803.41.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from New York to St Paul

There are 7 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your hand luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from St Paul to New York. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from New York to St Paul for RON 588.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between New York and St Paul is approximately 1,008 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 day, 12 hours and 11 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 day, 8 hours and 16 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)

1008

Distance (km)

1622

The earliest train departs New York at 5:50 while the last train of the day leaves at 15:40. 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

5:50am

Last train

3:40pm

Trains from New York to St Paul are the most crowded on Friday. 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 Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Friday

Least crowded

Saturday

City Information

New York

New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travellers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Liberty Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.

NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.

With three major coach and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.

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 New York?

Main departure station: Penn Station

Pennsylvania Station, or just Penn Station, is the main train station in New York City. All Amtrak trains to and from NYC use Penn Station as their only train stop in Manhattan. Penn Station offers easy connections to various other types of transport, including commuter rail (the Long Island Rail Road and the NJ Transit both operate out of Penn Station), airport transit, and six lines of the NYC Subway, making it the busiest train station in the Western Hemisphere. Located in the heart of Manhattan, right by the world-famous Madison Square Garden, Penn Station is close to various points of interest such as Times Square and the Empire State Building, as well as many restaurants and retail stores.

All train stations in New York:

NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station

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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