The cheapest and fastest trains from Williston, ND to Minot, ND
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Williston, ND to Minot, ND is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Williston, ND to Minot, ND will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 1 trains that leave Williston, ND for Minot, ND on Wed, Jun 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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.
7:21 PM2h47Williston, ND10:08 PMMinot, ND$561One-way0 transfers
7:21 PM2h47Williston, ND10:08 PMMinot, ND$561One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Williston, ND to Minot, ND
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Williston, ND to Minot, ND among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $34, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $39 (€31) compared to roughly $26 (€21) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-12.97 (€-10.51). The journey takes 2h 47m versus 2h 0m 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
Williston, ND to Minot, ND train times
The table below shows live departures for Williston, ND to Minot, ND trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8 Empire Builder | 7:21 PM Williston Amtrak, Williston, ND | 2h47 | 10:08 PM Minot Station, Minot, ND | 0 transfersDirect | |
28 Empire Builder | 7:21 PM Williston Amtrak, Williston, ND | 2h47 | 10:08 PM Minot Station, Minot, ND | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Williston, ND to Minot, ND
Trains from Williston, ND to Minot, ND run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:51, the last at 19:21. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 9:51 AM |
Last train 7:21 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Williston, ND to Minot, ND trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Williston, ND and Minot, ND from $34 (€28). 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 Williston, ND to Minot, ND
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Williston, ND to Minot, 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 Minot, ND, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Williston, ND to Minot, ND
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station building.
- The Starving Rooster
- Ebeneezer's Eatery & Irish Pub
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1
- Grand Hotel
- Hampton Inn & Suites Minot Airport
- Hyatt House Minot
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a waiting room and ticket office located in the main hall.
- Bus: Local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi services available
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