Winnipeg to Minneapolis by train
Minneapolis lies 618 km (384 mi) south-east of Winnipeg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 8 h 22 min at the speeds typical of Canada and United States rail, over roughly 754 km (469 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Winnipeg | Minneapolis | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Canada | United States |
| Population | 749,607 | 410,939 |
| Elevation | 245 m (804 ft) | 262 m (860 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Winnipeg) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Stations on record | St. James railway station | Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Depot Freight House and Train Shed |
What changes when you arrive in Minneapolis
Crossing from Canada into United States: money changes from the Dollar to the Dollar (USD); the dialling code becomes +1; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Where to book trains from Winnipeg to Minneapolis
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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 Winnipeg?
618 km (384 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Winnipeg; by road roughly 754 km (469 mi).
How long does it take to get from Winnipeg to Minneapolis by train?
About 8 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Winnipeg and Minneapolis?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Minneapolis?
The Dollar (USD).
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.