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Minnesota History Center
Minnesota’s history museum presents statewide stories through exhibitions, artifacts, and interactive displays near the capitol complex.
Cheapest price on Sep 21
$17
Average ticket price on Sep 21
$17
Fastest journey on Sep 21
1 h 56 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
2 h 6 m
Trains on Sep 21
2
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Winona, MN to Saint Paul, MN is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Winona, MN to Saint Paul, MN will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
On Mon, Sep 21, we found 2 trains from Winona, MN to Saint Paul, MN, including 2 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 21 the direct trains cover the 153 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
On Mon, Sep 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Winona, MN to Saint Paul, MN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $32, while a bus costs an average of $38.
Distance: 95 miles (153 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$32 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Winona, MN to Saint Paul, MN:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Winona, MN to Saint Paul, MN costing on average $38 (€31).
Other travel options to Saint Paul, MN take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 33m.
Tickets start at around $32 (€26) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-9.65 (€-7.89). The journey takes 2h 12m versus 2h 4m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Winona, MN to Saint Paul, MN trains for tomorrow, Monday, September 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:40 AM Winona, MN | 2h16 | 3:56 AM Saint Paul, MN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Winona, MN to Saint Paul, MN run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:50, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 95 miles (153 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 95 miles (153 km) |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 8:50 AM |
Last train 8:40 PM |
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Most Winona, MN to Saint Paul, MN trains use the Winona Station to Union Depot station pair. Use this guide to compare Winona, MN and Saint Paul, MN train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Winona Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink options are available at Winona Station.
Ticket office support is available at Winona Station.
Available at Winona Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Winona Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Winona, AmericInn by Wyndham Winona, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Winona.
Union Depot is 1 km from Saint Paul city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Depot has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Buttered Tin, Saint Dinette
Ticket office support is available at Union Depot. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Union Depot. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Union Depot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Union Depot: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Depot: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Saint Paul Hotel, Hyatt Place St. Paul/Downtown, InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront.
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