Madison to Saint Paul by train
Saint Paul lies 361 km (224 mi) north-west of Madison, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 53 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 441 km (274 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Madison | Saint Paul | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 280,305 | 303,176 |
| Elevation | 272 m (892 ft) | 242 m (794 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Stations on record | Madison Milwaukee Road depot | Saint Paul Union Depot, Midway |
| Postal codes | 53701–53794 | 55101–55188 |
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Common questions
How far is Saint Paul from Madison?
361 km (224 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Madison; by road roughly 441 km (274 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madison to Saint Paul by train?
About 4 h 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madison and Saint Paul?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.