The cheapest and fastest trains from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN
Cheapest price
£87
Average price
£90
Fastest journey
7 h 31 m
Average duration
9 h 12 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
571 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £87.
Of the 5 trains that leave Chicago, IL for Minneapolis, MN every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 571 km distance in an average of 9 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 h 31 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.
27 Empire Builder
1333 Borealis
7 Empire Builder
329 Hiawatha Service · 1333 Borealis
331 Hiawatha Service · 1333 Borealis
1333 Borealis
27 Empire Builder
7 Empire Builder
331 Hiawatha Service · 1333 Borealis
329 Hiawatha Service · 1333 BorealisTravel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, and a flight costs an average of £60.
Distance: 571 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£118 Average Price | £63 Average Price Cheapest | £213 Average Price |
8h 24m Average total duration 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 9m Average total duration 8h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN train times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN trains for today, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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329 Hiawatha Service · 1333 Borealis | 12:10 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 12h31 | 00:41 Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 1 change | |
331 Hiawatha Service · 1333 Borealis | 14:25 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 10h16 | 00:41 Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 1 change | |
1333 Borealis | 17:10 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 7h31 | 00:41 Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 0 changesdirect | |
27 Empire Builder | 21:05 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 7h51 | 04:56 Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 0 changesdirect | |
7 Empire Builder | 21:05 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 7h51 | 04:56 Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN
Trains from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £44 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 15:29. The fastest train covers the 571 km distance in 7h 31m.
Distance 571 km |
Average train duration 7h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 7h 31m |
First train 06:10 |
Last train 15:29 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Chicago, IL and Minneapolis, MN from £44. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, 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 Minneapolis, MN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chicago, IL and Minneapolis, MN
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Canal Street.
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Lou Mitchell's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
- JW Marriott Chicago
- W Chicago - City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Metra services
- Hall 3: food court and retail shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
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