The cheapest and fastest trains from Minot Station, Minot, ND to Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN
Cheapest price
$135
Average price
$150
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
9 h 40 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
726 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Minot Station, Minot, ND to Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Minot Station, Minot, ND to Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN will cost around $150 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $135.
Of the 2 trains that leave Minot Station, Minot, ND for Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 726 km distance in an average of 9 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 9 h 40 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.
28 Empire Builder10:53 PM9h40Minot Station, Minot, ND8:33 AMUnion Depot, Saint Paul, MN$1351One-way0 transfers
8 Empire Builder10:53 PM9h40Minot Station, Minot, ND8:33 AMUnion Depot, Saint Paul, MN$1661One-way0 transfers
8 Empire Builder10:53 PM9h40Minot Station, Minot, ND8:33 AMUnion Depot, Saint Paul, MN$1661One-way0 transfers
28 Empire Builder10:53 PM9h40Minot Station, Minot, ND8:33 AMUnion Depot, Saint Paul, MN$1351One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Minot Station, Minot, ND to Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Minot Station, Minot, ND to Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $83. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $83, and a bus costs an average of $151.
Distance: 451 miles (726 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$119 Average price Cheapest | $158 Average price | $103 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 10m Average total duration Fastest 9h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 16m Average total duration 12h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Minot Station, Minot, ND to Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN:
A train is $39 (€32) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Minot Station, Minot, ND to Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN costing on average $158 (€130).
Other travel options to Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 46m.
Tickets start at around $119 (€97) compared to roughly $103 (€84) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-16.01 (€-13.10). The journey takes 9h 40m versus 7h 36m 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
Minot Station, Minot, ND to Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN train times
The table below shows live departures for Minot Station, Minot, ND to Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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28 Empire Builder | 10:53 PM Minot Station, Minot, ND | 9h40 | 8:33 AM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 0 transfersDirect | |
8 Empire Builder | 10:53 PM Minot Station, Minot, ND | 9h40 | 8:33 AM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Minot Station, Minot, ND to Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN
Trains from Minot Station, Minot, ND to Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $83 (€68) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:53, the last at 04:53. The fastest train covers the 451 miles (726 km) distance in 9h 40m.
Distance 451 miles (726 km) |
Average train duration 9h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $83 (€68) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 9h 40m |
First train 3:53 AM |
Last train 4:53 AM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Minot Station, Minot, ND to Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Minot Station, Minot, ND and Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN from $83 (€68). 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 Minot Station, Minot, ND to Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Minot Station, Minot, ND to Union Depot, Saint Paul, 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 Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

