Cheap train tickets from St Paul to Niagara Falls
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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from St Paul to Niagara Falls. Traveling by train from St Paul to Niagara Falls usually takes 31 hours and 13 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 31 hours and 11 minutes.
| Distance | 707 mi (1137 km) |
| Fastest train | 31h 11m |
| Lowest price | $395.00 |
| Trains per day | 0 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
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St Paul to Niagara Falls Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by train or bus from St Paul to Niagara Falls?
There are usually 2 daily bus trips available from St Paul to Niagara Falls.
Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$263.00 | Avg. Price$168.01Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration31h 13m | Duration29h 13mFaster |
There are several train options that can take you from St Paul to Niagara Falls:
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What train companies travel from St Paul to Niagara Falls?
There are multiple trains that travel from St Paul to Niagara Falls, including Amtrak. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular train lines:
| TRAIN | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 31h 13m | $263.00 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad 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 restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from St Paul to Niagara Falls every day, as well as 6 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $213.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from St Paul to Niagara Falls
Trains leave the station in St Paul twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Niagara Falls to St Paul. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from St Paul to Niagara Falls for $120.
TRIPS PER DAY
2
DIRECT TRIPS
0
The distance between St Paul and Niagara Falls is approximately 707 miles, or 1137 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 31 hours and 13 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 31 hours and 11 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.
DISTANCE (MI)
707
DISTANCE (KM)
1137
The earliest train departs St Paul at 8:50am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:50am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
EARLIEST TRAIN
8:50am
LATEST TRAIN
8:50am
Trains from St Paul to Niagara Falls 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.
MOST CROWDED
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 neighbor 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. Bus 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 does the train leave from in St Paul?
Main departure station: Union Depot
Located right on the banks of the Mississippi River in Saint Paul’s Lowertown neighborhood, 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 buses and connects to local public transit. Within the Union Depot complex, you’ll find a coffee shop, restaurant, bike shop, rental car agency, 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 does the train arrive in Niagara Falls?
Main arrival station: Niagara Falls Train Station
Niagara Falls receives travelers from St Paul at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Niagara Falls:
- Niagara Falls Train Station
- Border Cross - Niagara
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