The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Saint Cloud, MN
Cheapest price
$562
Average price
$562
Fastest journey
1 d 9 h 4 m
Average duration
1 d 9 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1588 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Saint Cloud, MN is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to Saint Cloud, MN will cost around $562 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $562.
It's difficult to get from Washington, DC to Saint Cloud, MN without transferring at least once.
4:05 PM33h04Washington, DC1:09 AMSaint Cloud, MN$5621One-way1 transfer
4:05 PM33h04Washington, DC1:09 AMSaint Cloud, MN$5621One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Washington, DC to Saint Cloud, MN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Saint Cloud, MN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $164. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 27h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $164, and a train costs an average of $297.
Distance: 986 miles (1588 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$336 Average price | $164 Average price Cheapest | $235 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
28h 22m Average total duration Fastest 27h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34h 20m Average total duration 33h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Saint Cloud, MN:
A bus is $172 (€141) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Saint Cloud, MN costing on average $336 (€275).
Other travel options to Saint Cloud, MN take longer:
Bus takes on average 33h 50m.
Tickets start at around $336 (€275) compared to roughly $235 (€192) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-100.84 (€-82.50). The journey takes 27h 52m versus 17h 33m 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
Washington, DC to Saint Cloud, MN train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Saint Cloud, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:05 PM Washington, DC | 33h04 | 1:09 AM Saint Cloud, MN | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Saint Cloud, MN
Trains from Washington, DC to Saint Cloud, MN run on average 4 times per day, taking around 27h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $297 (€243) but you can travel from only $164 (€134) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 16:05. The fastest train covers the 986 miles (1588 km) distance in 34h 12m.
Distance 986 miles (1588 km) |
Average train duration 27h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $297 (€243) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 34h 12m |
First train 6:32 AM |
Last train 4:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Saint Cloud, MN trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Saint Cloud, MN from $164 (€134). 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 Washington, DC to Saint Cloud, MN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Saint Cloud, 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 Saint Cloud, MN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Saint Cloud, MN
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- On-street parking and parking lots are regulated using parking meters and Pay Stations. Parking meters are enforced at all hours and days of the week
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators
- Located in the station building
- The station has a waiting room and is served by the daily Empire Builder train.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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