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Trinidad - Garden City Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There is usually just one train option from Trinidad to Garden City per day. The average train journey from Trinidad to Garden City takes 4 hours and 7 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.

Distance206 mi (332 km)
Fastest train4h 7m
Lowest price$61.10
Trains per day1
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Southwest Chief
Train lines1

Which train should you take from Trinidad to Garden City?

Amtrak Southwest Chief is the one and only train line which connects Trinidad 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.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Southwest Chief14h 7m$61.10
  • 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 Trinidad to Garden City in about 4 hours and 7 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

The distance between Trinidad and Garden City is approximately 206 miles, or 332 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 7 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.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Trinidad to Garden City on Thursday. Tickets for Thursday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Trinidad at 5:00pm and arrives in Garden City around 4 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 Trinidad.

City Information

Trinidad

Trinidad, CO, US - TRI-0

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Trinidad is a small, suburban town located near the New Mexico border. It can be found halfway between Denver and Santa Fe. The town is also along the Scenic Highway of Legends, which makes it a perfect pit stop on your trip.

While in Trinidad, you can visit museums like the Trinidad History Museum, A.R. Mitchell Museum of Western Art, Art Cartopia Museum, and Southern Colorado Coal Miners Memorial. It also has locations to enjoy arts, like the Corazon Gallery and Louden-Henritze Archaeology. Trinidad features historic architecture like the Bloom Mansion. Hike, run, or bike in the outdoor areas like the Trinidad Lake State Park, Fishers Peak State Park, and Kit Carson Round-Up Park.

Trinidad has different locations for enjoying beers and wines, with different breweries and brewpubs in and around the city. It also features a vibrant nightlife, including saloons, bars, social clubs, and restaurants for fine dining. Visit Historic Downtown Trinidad to enjoy the local stores, restaurants, bars, and clubs.

You can easily access Trinidad, Colorado, from many other cities when traveling by train, including Amtrak lines like the Amtrak Southwest Chief. Few neighboring cities offer buses to Trinidad, but Greyhound has a couple of lines going to the city.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Trinidad?

Main departure station: 110 West Pine St

There is one train station in Trinidad.

All train stations in Trinidad:

  • 110 West Pine 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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