5.0
Everyone was very courteous and professional. The station agent in Newton was very helpful and friendly, and the AMTRAK conductors were very helpful and professional as well.
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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Newton to Garden City per day. The average train journey from Newton to Garden City takes 3 hours and 23 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 192 mi (309 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 23m |
| Lowest price | $38.65 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Southwest Chief |
| Train lines | 1 |
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Overall score for trains from Newton to Garden City
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Which train should you take from Newton to Garden City?
Amtrak Southwest Chief is the one and only train line which connects Newton 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 | 3h 23m | $42.79 |
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 Newton to Garden City in about 3 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
The distance between Newton and Garden City is approximately 192 miles, or 309 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 23 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.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Newton to Garden City. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Newton at 2:00am and arrives in Garden City around 3 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 Newton.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Newton?
Main departure station: 414 N Main St
There is one train station in Newton.
All train stations in Newton:
414 N Main 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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