The cheapest and fastest trains from Saint Paul, MN to Grand Forks, ND
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$88
Fastest journey
6 h 21 m
Average duration
6 h 21 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
448 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint Paul, MN to Grand Forks, ND is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint Paul, MN to Grand Forks, ND will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
Of the 2 trains that leave Saint Paul, MN for Grand Forks, ND on Sat, Jul 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 25 the direct trains cover the 448 km distance in an average of 6 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 21 m .
On Sat, Jul 25 the slowest trains will take 6 h 21 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 AM6h21Saint Paul, MN11:34 AMGrand Forks, ND$771One-way0 transfers
4:13 AM6h21Saint Paul, MN10:34 AMGrand Forks, ND$1001One-way0 transfers
5:13 AM6h21Saint Paul, MN11:34 AMGrand Forks, ND$771One-way0 transfers
4:13 AM6h21Saint Paul, MN10:34 AMGrand Forks, ND$1001One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Saint Paul, MN to Grand Forks, ND
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint Paul, MN to Grand Forks, ND among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $77. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $77, and a bus costs an average of $87.
Distance: 278 miles (448 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$90 Average price Cheapest | $92 Average price | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 51m Average total duration Fastest 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 3m Average total duration 15h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Saint Paul, MN to Grand Forks, ND:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Saint Paul, MN to Grand Forks, ND costing on average $92 (€76).
Other travel options to Grand Forks, ND take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 33m.
Tickets start at around $90 (€74) compared to roughly $65 (€53) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-25.13 (€-20.63). The journey takes 6h 21m versus 4h 43m 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
Saint Paul, MN to Grand Forks, ND train times
The table below shows live departures for Saint Paul, MN to Grand Forks, ND trains for tomorrow, Sunday, July 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:13 AM Saint Paul, MN | 6h21 | 10:34 AM Grand Forks, ND | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:13 AM Saint Paul, MN | 6h21 | 11:34 AM Grand Forks, ND | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Saint Paul, MN to Grand Forks, ND
Trains from Saint Paul, MN to Grand Forks, ND run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 (€63) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:10, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 278 miles (448 km) distance in 6h 21m.
Distance 278 miles (448 km) |
Average train duration 6h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€63) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 21m |
First train 2:10 AM |
Last train 11:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Saint Paul, MN to Grand Forks, ND trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Saint Paul, MN and Grand Forks, ND from $77 (€63). 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 Saint Paul, MN to Grand Forks, ND
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint Paul, MN to Grand Forks, ND 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 Grand Forks, ND, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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