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Rochester to Minneapolis trains

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Trip Overview

The train between Rochester and Minneapolis takes 21h 9m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Rochester to Minneapolis. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

21h 9m
Duration
1,005 mi
Distance
$655
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Rochester to Minneapolis train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Rochester and Minneapolis. The earliest departure is at 11:29 PM at night, and the last departure from Rochester is at 11:29 PM which arrives into Minneapolis at 7:38 PM. All services require a transfer at Chicago Union Station and take an average of 21h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rochester to Minneapolis? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 1,005.4 mi
  • Duration: 21h 9m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and Minneapolis, MN, USA?

You can take a train from Rochester to Government Plaza Station via Chicago Union Station, St. Paul-Minneapolis, and Union Depot Station in around 21h 4m.

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