River Route: Twin Cities to Chicago
The Borealis service runs through southeastern Minnesota's Mississippi River valley, a natural jewel, and among the most beautiful locations in America. Service includes a stop at the revitalized, historic Union Depot in St. Paul and travel through picturesque river towns in Minnesota on its way to major destinations such as Wisconsin Dells, Milwaukee and Chicago. The Borealis service follows the existing route of the Amtrak Empire Builder.
A CLOSER LOOK AT THE RIVER ROUTE
Expanded passenger rail opens up a new world of opportunity for discovery and exploration across the Midwest and beyond. Minnesotans can climb aboard a daily round-trip train and be whisked to destinations like the Wisconsin Dells and Milwaukee. And a trip to the hub in Chicago connects Minnesotans to a wide network of high-speed rail to destinations like St. Louis, Kansas City, Detroit, Indianapolis, Cincinnati and more.
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That same network provides access to the many incredible destinations within Minnesota, including along the Mississippi River Route. Imagine families throughout the Midwest visiting our beautiful river towns and exploring destinations such as the National Eagle Center in Wabasha, Lark Toys in Kellogg, Lake Pepin in Lake City, Treasure Island Casino near Red Wing and all the amenities of the Twin Cities.
This map highlights some of the destinations along the Mississippi River Route.
