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Trip Overview

The average train between Vernon Hills and Minneapolis takes 12h 52m and the fastest train takes 9h 58m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Vernon Hills to Minneapolis. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

12h 52m
Duration
452 mi
Distance
$268
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Vernon Hills to Minneapolis train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Vernon Hills and Minneapolis. The earliest departure is at 9:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Vernon Hills is at 4:12 PM which arrives into Minneapolis at 7:38 PM. All services require a transfer at Chicago Union Station and take an average of 12h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    MetraAmtrakMetro Transit9h 58m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    MetraAmtrakMetro Transit9h 58m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    MetraAmtrakMetro Transit27h 26m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    MetraAmtrakMetro Transit9h 58m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    MetraAmtrakMetro Transit9h 58m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    MetraAmtrakMetro Transit9h 58m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Vernon Hills to Minneapolis? 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.

Map of how to get from Vernon Hills to Minneapolis.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 451.8 mi
  • Duration: 12h 52m

What companies run services between Vernon Hills, IL, USA and Minneapolis, MN, USA?

You can take a train from Vernon Hills to Government Plaza Station via Chicago Union Station, St. Paul-Minneapolis, and Union Depot Station in around 10h 30m.

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