Cheap train tickets from St Paul to Winona
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Trip Summary
There are usually 3 daily train trips available from St Paul to Winona. Traveling by train from St Paul to Winona usually takes 2 hours and 1 minute, but the fastest Amtrak Borealis train can make the trip in one hour and 52 minutes.
- Distance
- 94 mi (151 km)
- Fastest train
- 1h 52m
- Lowest price
- CZK 347.83
- Trains per day
- 3
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak Empire Builder
- Train lines
- 2
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St Paul to Winona Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from St Paul to Winona?
There are usually 3 daily bus trips available from St Paul to Winona.
Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceCZK 980.01 | Avg. PriceCZK 630.44Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration2h 1mFaster | Duration3h 44m |

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There are several train options that can take you from St Paul to Winona:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from St Paul to Winona?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from St Paul to Winona was CZK 431. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 28 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around CZK 2,093.94 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from St Paul to Winona by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from St Paul to Winona will cost between CZK 348 and CZK 4,978. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from St Paul to Winona by month
Ticket prices for the train from St Paul to Winona 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 CZK 435. If you're thinking of traveling from St Paul to Winona during November, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of CZK 1,457 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in November, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from St Paul to Winona on Wanderu at least 28 days ahead of time, you can save about CZK 2,093.94 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from St Paul to Winona?
2 train services operate from St Paul to Winona. Amtrak Empire Builder usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Borealis | 1 | 1h 55m | CZK 542.16 |
| Amtrak Empire Builder | 2 | 2h 4m | CZK 1,200.07 |
Amtrak Borealis train tickets from St Paul to Winona start from CZK 347.83, and on average cost CZK 542.16. Daily, Amtrak Borealis runs 1 schedules to Winona. Amtrak Borealis in St Paul leaves from Union Depot. And in Winona trains arrive at 65 E Mark St.
From St Paul to Winona train travel on Amtrak Borealis takes 1 hours and 55 minutes. If you are looking to get to Winona faster, Amtrak Borealis offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 52 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Winona on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Borealis scheduled trip per day, which will cost CZK 347.83 for a one-way weekend reservation from St Paul.
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 traveling by train from St Paul to Winona
There are 3 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from St Paul to Winona. You can also take a train for your return trip from Winona to St Paul. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from St Paul to Winona for CZK 630.
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
3
The distance between St Paul and Winona is approximately 94 miles, or 151 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 1 minute, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 52 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.
Distance (mi)
94
Distance (km)
151
The earliest train departs St Paul at 8:50am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:49am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
First train
8:50am
Last train
11:49am
Trains from St Paul to Winona 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 Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Sunday
Least crowded
Tuesday
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 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 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 is the train station in Winona?
Main arrival station: 65 E Mark St
Winona has one train station.
All train stations in Winona:
- 65 E Mark St
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