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Cheap train tickets from Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN

Showing times and prices for Jan 16

Cheapest

$338

Average

$885

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

05:00AM78h25

Los Angeles, CA

11:25AMMinneapolis, MN

$3381One-way

0 transfers

12:22AM58h38

Los Angeles, CA

11:00AMMinneapolis, MN

$14321One-way

0 transfers

Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, January 16

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
AmtrakAmtrak	05:00AM Los Angeles, CA	78h25	11:25AM Minneapolis, MN	0 transfersDirect
AmtrakAmtrak	12:22AM Los Angeles, CA	58h38	11:00AM Minneapolis, MN	0 transfersDirect
This is the last train of the day.

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Fastest train times from Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN

Showing times and prices for Jan 16

Fastest Journey

2 d 10 h 38 m

Average

2 d 20 h 32 m

Trains per day

Distance

2449 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Los Angeles, CA for Minneapolis, MN every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jan 16 the direct trains cover the 2449 km distance in an average of 2 d 20 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 d 10 h 38 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 d 6 h 25 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.

12:22AM58h38

Los Angeles, CA

11:00AMMinneapolis, MN

$14321One-way

0 transfers

05:00AM78h25

Los Angeles, CA

11:25AMMinneapolis, MN

$3381One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN

Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2d 64h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $231 (€210) but you can travel from only $103 (€94) by flight.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $103 (€94)

Distance

1521 miles (2448 km)

Average train duration

2d 64h 19m

Cheapest ticket price

$231 (€210)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

2d 58h 38m

First train

09:51

Last train

23:13

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $103 (€94)

Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN trains

Amtrak trains will get you from Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN from $230 (€209). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey from Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Train information from Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 58 h 30 min
Cheapest Price: $230

FAQs: Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN

FAQs: Travel by train from Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN.

Cheap train tickets from Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN can start from as little as $231 (€210) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN is $520 (€474); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN is 58 h 38 min to travel the 1518 mile (2448 km) long journey, with around there are 3 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN leaves at 9: 51 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN leaves at 11: 13 PM.

There are 3 trains a day from Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to Minneapolis, MN. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Los Angeles, CA and Minneapolis, MN and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 13 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN is May.

You have options as you can travel from Los Angeles, CA to Minneapolis, MN 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.