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There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Whitefish to Grand Forks. Traveling by train from Whitefish to Grand Forks usually takes 17 hours and 44 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 796 mi (1282 km) |
| Fastest train | 17h 44m |
| Lowest price | $121.00 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Empire Builder |
| Train lines | 1 |
Average score for trains from Whitefish to Grand Forks
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: VERY RELAXING. NICE TO GET UP AND WALK AROUND. Cons: NEEDS ALOT OF UPDATING IN THE TRAIN. BATHROOMS AND SHOWER WERE HORRIBLE. SEEMS A LITTLE UNDERSTAFFED FOR KEEPING THE ROOMS CLEAN. Tips: IF YOU RIDE COACH BETTER BRING YOUR OWN FOOD BECAUSE IT IS ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO GET INTO THE DINING CAR.
Amtrak Empire Builder is the one and only train line which connects Whitefish to Grand Forks. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Empire Builder | 2 | 17h 45m | $140.83 |
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.
The distance between Whitefish and Grand Forks is approximately 796 miles, or 1282 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 17 hours and 44 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 Whitefish to Grand Forks tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. 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 Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Whitefish at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00am. 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 Whitefish twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Grand Forks 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 Grand Forks to Whitefish.
There is one train station in Whitefish.
Whitefish Cmnty Library
Grand Forks has one train station.
5555 DeMers Ave
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