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How to get fromStaples to Saint Paulby train (Amtrak), bus, car, or plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Staples to Saint Paul by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or plane

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  1. Train (Amtrak)

    best
    1. Take the train from Staples Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain train Empire Builder
    3h 6m
    $45–95
  2. Drive 143.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Staples to Saint Paulcar car 143.8 mi
    2h 51m
    $27–38
  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Staples to Brainerdbus bus Jefferson 830
    2. Take the bus from Brainerd to St. Paulbus bus Jefferson 928
    5h 30m
    $59–86
  4. Bus, fly

    1. Take the bus from Staples to Brainerdbus bus
    2. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane plane BRD - MSP
    3h 50m
    $82–375

Staples to Saint Paul by train (Amtrak)

Calendar14Weekly Trains
Duration3h 6mAverage Duration
Ticket$45Cheapest Price
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What companies run services between Staples, MN, USA and Saint Paul, MN, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Staples Station to St. Paul-Minneapolis twice daily. Tickets cost $45–95 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Staples to St. Paul via Brainerd in around 5h 30m.

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