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How to get to Lawrence by train
- Routes
- 15
- Trips per day
- 18
- train lines
- 2
- Stations
- 1
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About Lawrence
Lawrence is the sixth largest city in Kansas and is home to the University of Kansas and Haskell Indian Nations University. The city is home to different museums for historical exhibits, art objects from around the world, and hands-on exhibits. Some top museums include the KU Natural History Museum and Watkins Museum of History. Young creatives and students in the city enjoy visits to the Lawrence Arts Center and the Spencer Museum of Art. On the south of Lawrence, nature lovers can go birdwatching on Baker Wetlands, home to hundreds of bird species. Hikers and outdoor lovers can check out the trail in Clinton State Park or go fishing at Clinton Lake.
As a university city popular among students and young professionals, Lawrence boasts a vibrant downtown area with exciting entertainment, shopping, and dining districts. Massachusetts Street has been named one of the most beautiful main streets in the US, where you can find pubs, coffee shops, and shopping centres.
If you're visiting Lawrence, you can do so by train with Amtrak and Amtrak Southwest Chief train services. Book with Greyhound or Jefferson Lines for intercity coach service. The Lawrence Transit system provides public transport across the city for students, locals, and visitors.
Station Information
Popular train stations in Lawrence:
- 413 E 7th St
What train companies travel to Lawrence, KS?
Located in Kansas, Lawrence is accessible by train from 15 other cities. You can choose from 18 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Lawrence on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Coach tickets to Lawrence are also available.
Train companies serving Lawrence
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 101 | 21 hrs, 44 mins | €158.09 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 15 | 9 hrs, 27 mins | €101.37 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
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. 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
€10.71 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Lawrence, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to Lawrence. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Lawrence was €15.18.
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The main train station in Lawrence is 413 E 7th St. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Lawrence.
The closest airport to Lawrence is Lawrence Municipal Airport (LWC), located 2.9 miles from the city centre of Lawrence.
Lawrence is the second most popular train destination in Kansas. Lawrence ranks number 387 among train destinations in the country. Lawrence has the second most train connections in Kansas. There are 15 direct train schedules arriving in Lawrence each day.
The population of Lawrence is 93,917. It ranks number 2 by population in Kansas. It ranks number 133 by population in the country.
A short train trip to Lawrence, under 60 miles, can cost as little as €10.71. A 60 to 200 mile train trip to Lawrence starts at €21.43. A longer trip by train to Lawrence can be as cheap as €31.25. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as €15.18.
Solo travellers choose to travel by train to Lawrence for its affordable fares and because of the safe and convenient experience that they note in their reviews.
The closest train station to the city centre of Lawrence is 413 E 7th St, located just 0.2 miles away. Select 413 E 7th St as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Lawrence. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.

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