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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Walnut Ridge to Benson. The train trip from Walnut Ridge to Benson is usually about 43 hours and 1 minute long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 1141 mi (1836 km) |
| Fastest train | 43h 1m |
| Lowest price | $207.05 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Walnut Ridge to Benson?
2 train services operate from Walnut Ridge to Benson. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 1d 19h 1m | $240.18 |
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 1 | 1d 19h 1m | $207.05 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Walnut Ridge to Benson every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $240.
The Amtrak Texas Eagle is a 1,306-mile train route from Chicago, Illinois to San Antonio, Texas. Because of the route’s length, the train offers sleeper car options in addition to standard coach seats. Like most Amtrak trains, the Texas Eagle features power outlets at each seat, restrooms in each car, and a cafe car where passengers can purchase food and drinks. A journey from Walnut Ridge to Benson on the Texas Eagle usually takes 43 hours and 1 minutes, which is best spent enjoying the incredible scenery along the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Walnut Ridge and Benson is approximately 1141 miles, or 1836 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 43 hours and 1 minute,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Walnut Ridge to Benson on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Walnut Ridge at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 12:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Walnut Ridge twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Benson faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Benson to Walnut Ridge.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Walnut Ridge?
Main departure station: 109 SW Front St
There is one train station in Walnut Ridge.
All train stations in Walnut Ridge:
109 SW Front St
Where is the train station in Benson?
Main arrival station: 105 E 4th St
Benson has one train station.
Train stations in Benson:
105 E 4th St
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