The cheapest and fastest trains from Minneapolis, MN to Whitefish, MT
Cheapest price
$131
Average price
$216
Fastest journey
23 h 53 m
Average duration
23 h 53 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1646 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Minneapolis, MN to Whitefish, MT 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 Whitefish, MT will cost around $216 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $131.
Of the 2 trains that leave Minneapolis, MN for Whitefish, MT on Fri, Jul 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 17 the direct trains cover the 1646 km distance in an average of 23 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 h 53 m .
On Fri, Jul 17 the slowest trains will take 23 h 53 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.
5:13 AM23h53Minneapolis, MN5:06 AMWhitefish, MT$1311One-way0 transfers
4:13 AM23h53Minneapolis, MN4:06 AMWhitefish, MT$3001One-way0 transfers
5:13 AM23h53Minneapolis, MN5:06 AMWhitefish, MT$1311One-way0 transfers
4:13 AM23h53Minneapolis, MN4:06 AMWhitefish, MT$3001One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Minneapolis, MN to Whitefish, MT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Minneapolis, MN to Whitefish, MT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $130. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $130, and a flight costs an average of $308.
Distance: 1022 miles (1646 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$242 Average price Cheapest | $257 Average price | $649 Average price | $240 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
24h 12m Average total duration 23h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 33h 55m Average total duration 33h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 38m Average total duration Fastest 7h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Minneapolis, MN to Whitefish, MT:
A train is $15 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Minneapolis, MN to Whitefish, MT costing on average $257 (€211).
A train is $407 (€334) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Minneapolis, MN to Whitefish, MT costing on average $649 (€532).
Other travel options to Whitefish, MT take longer:
Train takes on average 23h 42m.
Bus takes on average 33h 25m.
Tickets start at around $242 (€199) compared to roughly $240 (€197) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-2.34 (€-1.92). The journey takes 23h 42m versus 17h 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Minneapolis, MN to Whitefish, MT train times
The table below shows live departures for Minneapolis, MN to Whitefish, MT trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7 Empire Builder | 11:13 PM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 23h53 | 10:06 PM Whitefish Depot, Whitefish, MT | 0 transfersDirect | |
27 Empire Builder | 11:13 PM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 23h53 | 10:06 PM Whitefish Depot, Whitefish, MT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
![]() | 4:13 AM Minneapolis, MN | 23h53 | 4:06 AM Whitefish, MT | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:13 AM Minneapolis, MN | 23h53 | 5:06 AM Whitefish, MT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Minneapolis, MN to Whitefish, MT
Trains from Minneapolis, MN to Whitefish, MT run on average 2 times per day, taking around 23h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $130 (€107) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:26, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 1022 miles (1646 km) distance in 23h 53m.
Distance 1022 miles (1646 km) |
Average train duration 23h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $130 (€107) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 23h 53m |
First train 7:26 AM |
Last train 11:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Amtrak from Minneapolis, MN to Whitefish, MT trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Minneapolis, MN and Whitefish, MT from $130 (€107). 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 Whitefish, MT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Minneapolis, MN to Whitefish, MT 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 Whitefish, MT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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