The cheapest and fastest trains from New York to St Paul, MN
Cheapest price
$363
Average price
$363
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 49 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 49 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1622 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York to St Paul, MN is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York to St Paul, MN will cost around $363 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $363.
It's difficult to get from New York to St Paul, MN without transferring at least once.
3:40 PM26h49Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station6:29 PMSt. Paul-minneapolis$3631One-way1 transfer
3:40 PM26h49Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station6:29 PMSt. Paul-minneapolis$3631One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for New York to St Paul, MN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York to St Paul, MN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $230. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $230, and a train costs an average of $363.
Distance: 1007 miles (1622 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$363 Average price | $230 Average price Cheapest | $242 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
27h 19m Average total duration Fastest 26h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31h 50m Average total duration 31h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from New York to St Paul, MN:
A bus is $133 (€108) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York to St Paul, MN costing on average $363 (€294).
Other travel options to St Paul, MN take longer:
Bus takes on average 31h 20m.
Tickets start at around $363 (€294) compared to roughly $242 (€196) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-120.51 (€-97.60). The journey takes 26h 49m versus 17h 55m 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
New York to St Paul, MN train times
The table below shows live departures for New York to St Paul, MN trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:40 PM Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station | 26h49 | 6:29 PM St. Paul-minneapolis | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York to St Paul, MN
Trains from New York to St Paul, MN run on average 1 times per day, taking around 26h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $363 (€294) but you can travel from only $230 (€186) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 15:40, the last at 15:40. The fastest train covers the 1007 miles (1622 km) distance in 26h 49m.
Distance 1007 miles (1622 km) |
Average train duration 26h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $363 (€294) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 26h 49m |
First train 3:40 PM |
Last train 3:40 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from New York to St Paul, MN trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New York and St Paul, MN from $230 (€186). 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 New York to St Paul, MN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York to St 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 St Paul, MN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

