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Minnesota History Center
Minnesota’s history museum presents statewide stories through exhibitions, artifacts, and interactive displays near the capitol complex.
Trains from Evanston, IL to Saint Paul, MN run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €143 but you can travel from only €67 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:50, the last at 11:49. The fastest train covers the 337 miles (543 km) distance in 7h 7m.
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Trains from Evanston, IL to Saint Paul, MN with Amtrak. Night trains available on this route with Amtrak. High-speed trains available on this route with Amtrak. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Minnesota’s history museum presents statewide stories through exhibitions, artifacts, and interactive displays near the capitol complex.
A major art museum with strong American collections, rotating exhibitions, and notable spaces overlooking downtown Saint Paul.
An engaging children’s museum with hands-on exhibits, play-based learning, and family-friendly spaces in the heart of downtown.
A long boulevard lined with historic homes and mature trees. Ideal for walking, architecture viewing, and a classic Saint Paul experience.
A lively downtown district with warehouses, arts venues, markets, and Union Depot. Great for exploring local character on foot.
A riverfront park with a pavilion, walking paths, and excellent Mississippi views. Popular for photos, events, and sunset strolls.
A Minnesota comfort classic of wild rice simmered with chicken, cream, and vegetables. It reflects the state's long tradition of harvesting native wild rice.
The local take on pizza uses a very thin crust cut into squares, often topped generously with sausage, pepperoni, and cheese for tavern-style sharing.
A hearty casserole of ground beef, canned soup, vegetables, and tater tots. It is a church supper and family table staple across Saint Paul and Minnesota.
Classic supper-club style restaurant and bar, popular for walleye, burgers, and Minnesota comfort food in a relaxed Highland Park atmosphere.
Historic deli and restaurant known for house-made sausages, classic German dishes, and an old-world beer hall feel on Saint Paul's West 7th.
Elegant dining room specializing in refined Midwestern cooking, often featuring walleye and seasonal ingredients in a polished downtown setting.
Moderate for U.S. city travel. Hotels, dining, and transport are usually cheaper than New York or San Francisco, but costs are higher than in many smaller Midwestern cities.
Tip 15-20% at restaurants before tax, 10-15% for taxis, and $1-2 per drink or coffee is common at cafes and bars.
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Most Evanston, IL to Saint Paul, MN trains use the to Union Depot station pair. Use this guide to compare Evanston, IL and Saint Paul, MN train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Union Depot is 1 km from Saint Paul city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Depot has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Buttered Tin, Saint Dinette
Ticket office support is available at Union Depot. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Union Depot. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Union Depot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Union Depot: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Depot: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Saint Paul Hotel, Hyatt Place St. Paul/Downtown, InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront.