Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN train with Amtrak

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Cheap train tickets from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN

Showing times and prices for 25 Jan

Cheapest

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.

Cheapest
Amtrak1333 Borealis
11:057h24
Union Station, Chicago, IL
18:29Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN
£491One-way
0 changes
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak331 Hiawatha Service
08:2510h04
Union Station, Chicago, IL
18:29Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN
£661One-way
1 change
Amtrak27 Empire Builder
15:057h51
Union Station, Chicago, IL
22:56Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN
£761One-way
0 changes
Amtrak7 Empire Builder
15:057h51
Union Station, Chicago, IL
22:56Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN
£761One-way
0 changes

Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday 25 January
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
Amtrak
331 Hiawatha Service
Amtrak331 Hiawatha Service
08:25 Union Station, Chicago, IL10h04 18:29 Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN1 change
Amtrak
1333 Borealis
Amtrak1333 Borealis
11:05 Union Station, Chicago, IL7h24 18:29 Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN0 changesDirect
Amtrak
27 Empire Builder
Amtrak27 Empire Builder
15:05 Union Station, Chicago, IL7h51 22:56 Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN0 changesDirect
Amtrak
7 Empire Builder
Amtrak7 Empire Builder
15:05 Union Station, Chicago, IL7h51 22:56 Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN0 changesDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN?

The best time to book your train from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN is days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN.

Train times from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN

Showing times and prices for 25 Jan

Fastest Journey

7 h 24 m

Average

8 h 18 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

571 km

Of the 4 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.

Fastest
Amtrak1333 Borealis
11:057h24
Union Station, Chicago, IL
18:29Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN
£491One-way
0 changes
2nd Fastest
Amtrak27 Empire Builder
15:057h51
Union Station, Chicago, IL
22:56Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN
£761One-way
0 changes
2nd Fastest
Amtrak7 Empire Builder
15:057h51
Union Station, Chicago, IL
22:56Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN
£761One-way
0 changes
Amtrak331 Hiawatha Service
08:2510h04
Union Station, Chicago, IL
18:29Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN
£661One-way
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN

Trains from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £37 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £37
Distance
571 km
Average train duration
7h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
£38
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
2
Train providers
1
Fastest train
7h 24m
First train
16:05
Last train
21:05
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £37

Train providers: Amtrak trains Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN

Amtrak trains will get you between Chicago, IL and Minneapolis, MN from £59. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak is the main train provider in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveller’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey between Chicago, IL and Minneapolis, MN, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN train information with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 7 h 51 min
  • Cheapest Price: £59

FAQs: Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN train

FAQs: Travel by train from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN can start from as little as £38 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN is £82; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN is 7 h 24 min   to travel the 354 mile long journey, with around there are 3 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN leaves at 08: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN leaves at 22: 15.
There are 3 trains a day from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to Minneapolis, MN. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Chicago, IL and Minneapolis, MN and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 15.
The cheapest month to travel from Chicago, IL to Minneapolis, MN by train is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Chicago, IL and Minneapolis, MN including taking a coach, train or flight.

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