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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Benson to Alpine. The train trip from Benson to Alpine is usually about 9 hours and 20 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 408 mi (656 km) |
| Fastest train | 9h 20m |
| Lowest price | $146.31 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Sunset Limited |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Benson to Alpine?
2 train services operate from Benson to Alpine. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Sunset Limited | 1 | 9h 20m | $146.31 |
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 1 | 9h 20m | $183.58 |
The Sunset Limited is an Amtrak train that travels nearly 2,000 miles through the American Southwest from Los Angeles to New Orleans. The mountain, desert, and bayou landscapes along the route make the Sunset Limited one of the most scenic Amtrak train routes. Travelers can book a coach seat or upgrade to a roomette for additional space and sleeping accommodations. All classes of service can stay connected with seatside power outlets and access the cafe car to purchase snacks. A Coach ticket for a comfortable, convenient, and scenic ride from Benson to Alpine on the Sunset Limited usually costs about .
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 Benson to Alpine on the Texas Eagle usually takes 9 hours and 20 minutes, which is best spent enjoying the incredible scenery along the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Benson and Alpine is approximately 408 miles, or 656 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 20 minutes,
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.
Trains departing from Benson to Alpine tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Benson at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00am. 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 Benson twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Alpine with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Alpine to Benson.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Benson?
Main departure station: 105 E 4th St
There is one train station in Benson.
All train stations in Benson:
105 E 4th St
Where is the train station in Alpine?
Main arrival station: 102 W Holland Ave
Alpine has one train station.
Train stations in Alpine:
102 W Holland Ave
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