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There is usually just one train option from Dodge City to La Junta per day. The average train journey from Dodge City to La Junta takes 3 hours and 30 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 193 mi (311 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 30m |
| Lowest price | $37.27 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Southwest Chief |
| Train lines | 1 |
Overall score for trains from Dodge City to La Junta
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Safe, quiet, pleasant experience. Cons: I do not know. Tips: Relax.
5.0
Pros: It was nice and short and cuts out on gas and wear and tear on trucks. Cons: 🤷♂️. Tips: This is an excellent alternative to get you a good junk of ground made up for lil money.
Amtrak Southwest Chief is the one and only train line which connects Dodge City to La Junta. 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 | 3h 30m | $37.27 |
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 Dodge City to La Junta in about 3 hours and 30 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.
The distance between Dodge City and La Junta is approximately 193 miles, or 311 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 30 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 Dodge City to La Junta tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. 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 Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Dodge City at 5:00am and arrives in La Junta around 3 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to La Junta 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 La Junta to Dodge City.
There is one train station in Dodge City.
Central Ave and Wyatt Earp St
La Junta has one train station.
1 West First St
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