Borealis
Chicago, IL → St. Paul, MN · 411 miles · 7h 30m
411 miles
7h 30m
Daily
79 mph
3
About the Borealis
Launched in 2024 and an instant success — a daytime second frequency between Chicago and the Twin Cities via Milwaukee and the Mississippi River bluffs.
What makes this route worth taking
- Daylight Mississippi River running
- Second daily Twin Cities option alongside the Empire Builder
- Modern St. Paul Union Depot arrival
- Café service onboard
Agent's tip
One of the best-value long daytime rides in the Midwest — ask about Business Class pricing.
Classes of service on this route
The Borealis operates with Horizon / Venture. Available accommodation:
This is a daytime service without sleeping accommodation. Business Class, where offered, adds seat pitch, a quieter car and usually a complimentary beverage — and on many corridor services the upgrade costs less than $40.
States and provinces served
Stations along the route
| # | Station |
|---|---|
| 1 | Chicago |
| 2 | Glenview |
| 3 | Milwaukee |
| 4 | Columbus |
| 5 | Portage |
| 6 | Wisconsin Dells |
| 7 | Tomah |
| 8 | La Crosse |
| 9 | Winona |
| 10 | Red Wing |
| 11 | St. Paul |
Station lists reflect the principal calling pattern. Individual departures may omit stops or add seasonal calls. Schedules, equipment and station stops are set by the carrier and change without notice — confirm current details with your agent at the time of booking.
Booking the Borealis
Fares on this route move in buckets and only ever step upward, so the cheapest time to book is the moment your dates are firm. Our agents check the live reservation system, test alternative fare constructions, apply every discount you qualify for and — where the view matters — note your preferred side of the train on the reservation.
Call +1 (888) 821-4679 and describe the trip. Most bookings are confirmed inside five minutes.
