Dallas to Minneapolis by train
Minneapolis lies 1,390 km (864 mi) north of Dallas, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 18 h 48 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 1,696 km (1,054 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Dallas | Minneapolis | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 1.3 million | 410,939 |
| Elevation | 139 m (456 ft) | 262 m (860 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Stations on record | Union Station, Medical/Market Center, Victory train station | Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Depot Freight House and Train Shed |
| Postal codes | 75201–75398 | 55401–55488 |
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Staying in Minneapolis
Our booking partner lists 263 places to stay in Minneapolis. Of the 154 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (86), and 5 are five-star. Across 64 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.6 out of 10. Guests have left 35,538 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Minneapolis from Dallas?
1,390 km (864 mi) in a straight line, north of Dallas; by road roughly 1,696 km (1,054 mi).
How long does it take to get from Dallas to Minneapolis by train?
About 18 h 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Dallas and Minneapolis?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where can I stay in Minneapolis?
Our booking partner lists 263 places to stay in Minneapolis, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.