The cheapest and fastest trains from Saint Paul, MN to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$382
Average price
$382
Fastest journey
1 d 4 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 4 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1486 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint Paul, MN to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC will cost around $382 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $382.
It's difficult to get from Saint Paul, MN to Washington, DC without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Saint Paul, MN to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint Paul, MN to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €67, and a train costs an average of €204.
Distance: 923 miles (1486 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€258 Average price | €166 Average price | €105 Average price Cheapest |
25h 50m Average total duration 25h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 59m Average total duration 29h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Saint Paul, MN to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Saint Paul, MN to Washington, DC trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:50 PM Saint Paul, MN | 27h15 | 5:05 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
![]() | 8:50 AM Saint Paul, MN | 28h15 | 1:05 PM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Saint Paul, MN to Washington, DC
Trains from Saint Paul, MN to Washington, DC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 25h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $254 (€204) but you can travel from only $74 (€60) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:50, the last at 16:05. The fastest train covers the 923 miles (1486 km) distance in 27h 20m.
Distance 923 miles (1486 km) |
Average train duration 25h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $254 (€204) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 27h 20m |
First train 07:50 |
Last train 16:05 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Saint Paul, MN to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Saint Paul, MN and Washington, DC from $74 (€60). 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 Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint Paul, MN to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Saint Paul, MN to Washington, DC
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available with several options for short-term and long-term stays.
- The Buttered Tin
- Saint Dinette
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $1
- The Saint Paul Hotel
- Hyatt Place St. Paul/Downtown
- InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and regional trains
- Hall 3: event spaces and retail
- Metro Transit: Green Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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