The cheapest and fastest trains from Hartford, CT to Minneapolis, MN
Cheapest price
$428
Average price
$443
Fastest journey
1 d 12 h 19 m
Average duration
1 d 14 h 56 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1696 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hartford, CT to Minneapolis, MN is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hartford, CT to Minneapolis, MN will cost around $443 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $428.
Of the 2 trains that leave Hartford, CT for Minneapolis, MN on Mon, Mar 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 1696 km distance in an average of 1 d 14 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 12 h 19 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 1 d 17 h 32 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 bus, train, and flight for Hartford, CT to Minneapolis, MN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hartford, CT to Minneapolis, MN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $137. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 10h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $137, and a flight costs an average of $271.
Distance: 1053 miles (1696 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$296 Average price | $219 Average price Cheapest | $449 Average price |
29h 40m Average total duration 29h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32h 10m Average total duration 31h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 12m Average total duration Fastest 10h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hartford, CT to Minneapolis, MN train times
The table below shows live departures for Hartford, CT to Minneapolis, MN trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
143 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 7 Empire Builder | 10:24 AM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 41h32 | 3:56 AM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 2 transfers | |
143 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 27 Empire Builder | 10:24 AM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 41h32 | 3:56 AM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 2 transfers | |
460 Amtrak Hartford Line · 449 Lake Shore Limited · 27 Empire Builder | 3:46 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 36h10 | 3:56 AM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 2 transfers | |
460 Amtrak Hartford Line · 449 Lake Shore Limited · 49 Lake Shore Limited · 7 Empire Builder | 3:46 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 36h10 | 3:56 AM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 3 transfers | |
460 Amtrak Hartford Line · 449 Lake Shore Limited · 7 Empire Builder | 3:46 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 36h10 | 3:56 AM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 2 transfers | |
460 Amtrak Hartford Line · 449 Lake Shore Limited · 49 Lake Shore Limited · 27 Empire Builder | 3:46 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 36h10 | 3:56 AM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hartford, CT to Minneapolis, MN
Trains from Hartford, CT to Minneapolis, MN run on average 5 times per day, taking around 29h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $142 (€115) but you can travel from only $137 (€111) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:24, the last at 11:46. The fastest train covers the 1053 miles (1696 km) distance in 36h 10m.
Distance 1053 miles (1696 km) |
Average train duration 29h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $142 (€115) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 36h 10m |
First train 06:24 |
Last train 11:46 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Hartford, CT to Minneapolis, MN trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Hartford, CT and Minneapolis, MN from $137 (€111). 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 Hartford, CT to Minneapolis, MN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hartford, CT to Minneapolis, 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 Minneapolis, MN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hartford, CT to Minneapolis, MN
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with multiple access points around the station.
- Salute
- Max Downtown
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- The Goodwin Hotel
- Hilton Hartford
- Marriott Hartford Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- 4 places, covered
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and CTrail services
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTfastrak
- Local bus services
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