There are 4 ways to get from Saint Paul to Wadena by train (Amtrak), car, plane, or bus
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Train (Amtrak)
best- Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Staples Stationtrain Empire Builder
3h 21m$117–168Drive 161.2 mi
cheapest- Drive from Saint Paul to Wadenacar 161.2 mi
3h 15m$30–43Fly to Hector International Airport, drive
- Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Hector International Airport (FAR)plane MSP - FAR
- Drive from Fargo-Airport-FAR to Wadenacar
4h 28m$69–398Fly to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport, bus
- Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD)plane MSP - BRD
- Take the bus from Brainerd to Wadenabus
4h 54m$89–412
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Hector International Airport (FAR) flights
Comparing Your Travel Options
The cheapest way to get from Saint Paul to Wadena is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 15m.
The fastest way to get from Saint Paul to Wadena is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $29 - $45.
No, there is no direct train from Saint Paul to Wadena station. However, there are services departing from St. Paul-Minneapolis and arriving at Staples Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.
The distance between Saint Paul and Wadena is 157 miles. The road distance is 162.1 miles.
The best way to get from Saint Paul to Wadena without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs $110 - $170.
It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Saint Paul to Wadena, including transfers.
Saint Paul to Wadena train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from St. Paul-Minneapolis station.
Saint Paul to Wadena train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Staples Station.
Yes, the driving distance between Saint Paul to Wadena is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Saint Paul to Wadena.
There are six+ hotels available in Wadena.
What companies run services between Saint Paul, MN, USA and Wadena, MN, USA?
Amtrak operates a train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Staples Station twice daily. Tickets cost $75–120 and the journey takes 2h 57m.
- Website
- delta.com
Flights from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport to Hector International Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 14m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- $50–370
Flights from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 1m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- $45–350
Rome2Rio's guide to Amtrak
Contact DetailsContact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-872-7245
- Website
- Amtrak
Train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Staples Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 57m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- $75–120
- Website
- Amtrak
- Phone
- +1-858-800-8898
- Website
- jeffersonlines.com
Bus from Brainerd to Wadena
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $22–35
- Book at
- Jefferson Lines
- Adult
- $22–35
Want to know more about travelling around United States
Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
Related travel guides
Travelling to the US: What do I need to know?
Read the travel guide
Why you should take the train in the US
Read the travel guide