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Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Chicago Loop trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Minneapolis–Saint Paul and Chicago Loop takes 8h 18m and the fastest train takes 8h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Chicago Loop. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 18m
Duration
415 mi
Distance
$262
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Chicago Loop train times

Trains run twice daily between Minneapolis–Saint Paul and Chicago Loop. The earliest departure is at 8:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Minneapolis–Saint Paul is at 11:15 AM which arrives into Chicago Loop at 7:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Union Depot Station and take an average of 8h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Metro TransitAmtrak8h 6m • 1 change

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Metro TransitAmtrak8h 30m • 1 change
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    Metro TransitAmtrak8h 6m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Metro TransitAmtrak8h 30m • 1 change
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    Metro TransitAmtrak8h 6m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Metro TransitAmtrak8h 30m • 1 change
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    Metro TransitAmtrak8h 6m • 1 change

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Metro TransitAmtrak8h 30m • 1 change
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    Metro TransitAmtrak8h 6m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Metro TransitAmtrak8h 30m • 1 change
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    Metro TransitAmtrak8h 6m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Metro TransitAmtrak8h 30m • 1 change
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    Metro TransitAmtrak8h 6m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Chicago Loop? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 414.8 mi
  • Duration: 8h 18m

What companies run services between Minneapolis–Saint Paul, MN, USA and Chicago Loop, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Chicago Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $220–350 and the journey takes 7h 32m.

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