How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Saint Paul?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Saint Paul start from $220. The average price for this train route is around $444. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Saint Paul?

The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Saint Paul is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 972 miles (1567 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Saint Paul route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Saint Paul?

The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Saint Paul at 8:15am. And the latest train departs at 12:42pm.

Train Philadelphia to Saint Paul from $253 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Saint Paul on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:15am	30th Street Station	1d 15h	10:56pm	Union Depot	Cheapest
Train	12:41pm	30th Street Station	1d 11h	10:56pm	Union Depot	Fastest
Train	8:15am	30th Street Station	1d 15h	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	12:32pm	30th Street Station	1d 11h	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	12:41pm	30th Street Station	1d 11h	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Saint Paul

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Saint Paul. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $143, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

973 milesDistance

39kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$143 - $438	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$220 - $1,893	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 143kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,735 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5735 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $220

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Saint Paul, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Saint Paul?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Saint Paul start from $220. The average price for this train route is around $444. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Saint Paul?
The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Saint Paul is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 972 miles (1567 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Saint Paul route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Saint Paul?
The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Saint Paul at 8:15am. And the latest train departs at 12:42pm.

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Saint Paul, US was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $253

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Saint Paul, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $253 to $1,332 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Saint Paul, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $287 which is on 2026-01-16.