MN → MN · about 185 miles
Detroit Lakes to St. Paul train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Detroit Lakes to St. Paul. The fastest takes 4 hours 6 minutes; every train leaves at 4:27 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 4h 06m
- Leaves at
- 4:27 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station and arrives at St. Paul-Minneapolis. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:27 AM | 8:33 AM | 4h 06m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Detroit Lakes Where you get off in St. Paul The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Detroit Lakes
- Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station Map of Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in St. Paul
- St. Paul (Union Depot) Map of St. Paul (Union Depot) (Google Maps)
Return trip: St. Paul to Detroit Lakes
Questions
How long is the train from Detroit Lakes to St. Paul?
The fastest direct train takes 4 hours 6 minutes.
What time is the first train from Detroit Lakes to St. Paul?
Every departure is at 4:27 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Detroit Lakes to St. Paul?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Detroit Lakes?
Trains to St. Paul leave from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station.