The cheapest and fastest trains from Detroit Lakes, MN to St Paul, MN
Cheapest price
$112
Average price
$112
Fastest journey
4 h 6 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Detroit Lakes, MN to St Paul, MN is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Detroit Lakes, MN to St Paul, MN will cost around $112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $112.
Of the 1 trains that leave Detroit Lakes, MN for St Paul, MN on Sat, Nov 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 08 the direct trains cover the 297 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 6 m .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest trains will take 4 h 6 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Detroit Lakes, MN to St Paul, MN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Detroit Lakes, MN to St Paul, MN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €92. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €92, and a bus costs an average of €110.
Distance: 184 miles (297 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€92 Average price Cheapest | €120 Average price |
4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 43m Average total duration 15h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Detroit Lakes, MN to St Paul, MN train times
The table below shows live departures for Detroit Lakes, MN to St Paul, MN trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:27 AM Detroit Lakes, MN | 4h06 | 8:33 AM St. Paul-minneapolis | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Detroit Lakes, MN to St Paul, MN
Trains from Detroit Lakes, MN to St Paul, MN run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $113 (€92) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:27, the last at 04:27. The fastest train covers the 184 miles (297 km) distance in 4h 6m.
Distance 184 miles (297 km) |
Average train duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $113 (€92) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 6m |
First train 04:27 |
Last train 04:27 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Detroit Lakes, MN to St Paul, MN trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Detroit Lakes, MN and St Paul, MN from $113 (€92). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Detroit Lakes, MN to St Paul, MN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Detroit Lakes, MN to St Paul, MN by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Paul, MN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

