The cheapest and fastest trains from Minneapolis, MN to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$334
Average price
$478
Fastest journey
1 d 5 h 53 m
Average duration
1 d 6 h 29 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
1636 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Minneapolis, MN to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Minneapolis, MN to New York, NY will cost around $478 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $334.
It's difficult to get from Minneapolis, MN to New York, NY without transferring at least once.
1340 Borealis · 48 Lake Shore Limited11:49 AM29h53Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN6:42 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$3341One-way1 transfer
1340 Borealis · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 244 Empire Service11:49 AM30h16Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN7:05 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$3471One-way2 transfers
8 Empire Builder · 48 Lake Shore Limited8:50 AM32h52Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN6:42 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$3851One-way1 transfer
1340 Borealis · 448 Lake Shore Limited · 244 Empire Service11:49 AM30h16Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN7:05 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$3871One-way2 transfers
28 Empire Builder · 41 Floridian · 42 Pennsylvanian8:50 AM31h00Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN4:50 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$4621One-way2 transfers
1340 Borealis · 48 Lake Shore Limited11:49 AM29h53Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN6:42 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$3341One-way1 transfer
1340 Borealis · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 244 Empire Service11:49 AM30h16Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN7:05 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$3471One-way2 transfers
1340 Borealis · 448 Lake Shore Limited · 244 Empire Service11:49 AM30h16Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN7:05 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$3871One-way2 transfers
28 Empire Builder · 41 Floridian · 42 Pennsylvanian8:50 AM31h00Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN4:50 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$4621One-way2 transfers
8 Empire Builder · 41 Floridian · 42 Pennsylvanian8:50 AM31h00Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN4:50 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$4621One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Minneapolis, MN to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Minneapolis, MN to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $162. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $162, and a flight costs an average of $84.
Distance: 1016 miles (1636 km)
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$375 Average price | $381 Average price | $268 Average price Cheapest |
27h 56m Average total duration 27h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 55m Average total duration 29h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Minneapolis, MN to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Minneapolis, MN to New York, NY trains for today, Monday, April 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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8 Empire Builder · 48 Lake Shore Limited | 1:50 PM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 32h52 | 10:42 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
28 Empire Builder · 41 Floridian · 42 Pennsylvanian | 1:50 PM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 31h00 | 8:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
28 Empire Builder · 41 Floridian · 178 Northeast Regional | 1:50 PM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 33h34 | 11:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
8 Empire Builder · 41 Floridian+ 2172 NextGen Acela | 1:50 PM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 33h10 | 11:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
8 Empire Builder · 41 Floridian · 42 Pennsylvanian | 1:50 PM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 31h00 | 8:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
8 Empire Builder · 41 Floridian · 178 Northeast Regional | 1:50 PM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 33h34 | 11:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
1340 Borealis · 48 Lake Shore Limited | 4:49 PM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 29h53 | 10:42 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
1340 Borealis · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 244 Empire Service | 4:49 PM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 30h16 | 11:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
1340 Borealis · 448 Lake Shore Limited · 244 Empire Service | 4:49 PM Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN | 30h16 | 11:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Minneapolis, MN to New York, NY
Trains from Minneapolis, MN to New York, NY run on average 9 times per day, taking around 27h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $149 (€121) but you can travel from only $84 (€68) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:40, the last at 15:49. The fastest train covers the 1016 miles (1636 km) distance in 29h 52m.
Distance 1016 miles (1636 km) |
Average train duration 27h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $149 (€121) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 29h 52m |
First train 6:40 AM |
Last train 3:49 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Minneapolis, MN to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Minneapolis, MN and New York, NY from $84 (€68). 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 Minneapolis, MN to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Minneapolis, MN to New York, NY 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Minneapolis, MN to New York, NY
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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