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La Junta to Garden City Train Schedule
Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from La Junta to Garden City. The train trip from La Junta to Garden City is usually about 2 hours and 23 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 145 mi (234 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 23m |
| Lowest price | MX$342.66 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Southwest Chief |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from La Junta to Garden City?
Amtrak Southwest Chief is the one and only train line which connects La Junta to Garden City. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 2h 23m | MX$376.93 |
The Southwest Chief is a passenger train operated by America’s largest train service, Amtrak. The full route travels over 2,200 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles, which takes over 43 hours. The train covers the stretch from La Junta to Garden City in about 2 hours and 23 minutes. In addition to standard Coach Class seats, the Southwest Chief offers several sleeper cabin options on longer journeys. Amtrak’s Southwest Chief is consistently ranked as one of the most scenic train routes in America, thanks to the stunning views of the Painted Desert, the Red Cliffs of Sedona, and the Grand Canyon you’ll see from your train window.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from La Junta to Garden City
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from La Junta to Garden City. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves La Junta at 7:00pm and arrives in Garden City around 2 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Garden City with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Garden City to La Junta.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in La Junta?
Main departure station: 1 West First St
There is one train station in La Junta.
All train stations in La Junta:
1 West First St
Where is the train station in Garden City?
Main arrival station: 100 N 7th St
Garden City has one train station.
Train stations in Garden City:
100 N 7th St
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