The cheapest and fastest trains from Minneapolis, MN to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$410
Average price
$410
Fastest journey
15 h 19 m
Average duration
15 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
751 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Minneapolis, MN to St. Louis, MO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Minneapolis, MN to St. Louis, MO will cost around $410 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $410.
Of the 1 trains that leave Minneapolis, MN for St. Louis, MO on Thu, Nov 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct trains cover the 751 km distance in an average of 15 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 h 19 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest trains will take 15 h 19 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 Minneapolis, MN to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Minneapolis, MN to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €66, and a flight costs an average of €78.
Distance: 466 miles (751 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€197 Average price | €117 Average price Cheapest | €265 Average price |
13h 27m Average total duration 12h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 11m Average total duration 15h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Minneapolis, MN to St. Louis, MO train times
The table below shows live departures for Minneapolis, MN to St. Louis, MO trains for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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8 Empire Builder · 307 Lincoln Service | 2:50 PM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 15h19 | 6:09 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
28 Empire Builder · 307 Lincoln Service | 2:50 PM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 15h19 | 6:09 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Minneapolis, MN to St. Louis, MO
Trains from Minneapolis, MN to St. Louis, MO run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $82 (€66) but you can travel from only $81 (€66) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 466 miles (751 km) distance in 15h 19m.
Distance 466 miles (751 km) |
Average train duration 12h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€66) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 15h 19m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 23:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Minneapolis, MN to St. Louis, MO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Minneapolis, MN and St. Louis, MO from $81 (€66). 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 Minneapolis, MN to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Minneapolis, MN to St. Louis, MO 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. Louis, MO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Minneapolis, MN to St. Louis, MO
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Landry's Seafood House
- The Station Grille
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- St. Louis Union Station Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
- Courtyard St. Louis Downtown West
- Drury Inn St. Louis at Union Station
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for Amtrak and regional trains
- Hall 2: MetroLink connections
- MetroLink: Red Line, Blue Line
- Bus: Several lines available including 40, 94, 97
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