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Trip Summary
There are 3 daily trains from Kewanee to Mendota. Traveling by train from Kewanee to Mendota usually takes around 2 hours and 50 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Carl Sandburg train can make the trip in 45 minutes.
Distance | 47 mi (75 km) |
Fastest train | 0h 45m |
Lowest price | £5.58 |
Trains per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Carl Sandburg |
Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Kewanee to Mendota
- Amtrak tickets: £31 one-way
- Amtrak Carl Sandburg tickets: £6 one-way
- Amtrak Illinois Zephyr tickets: £6 one-way
Which train should you take from Kewanee to Mendota?
There are 3 train lines with service from Kewanee to Mendota. There is only one daily train on each service.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 1 | 8h 4m | £44.21 |
Amtrak Carl Sandburg | 1 | 0h 45m | £5.58 |
Amtrak Illinois Zephyr | 1 | 0h 45m | £5.58 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad 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 restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Kewanee to Mendota every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £31.
The Amtrak Carl Sandburg, named after the Pulitzer-winning author, is a sister service to the Illinois Zephyr. Both operate daily services between Chicago and Quincy with additional stops in Naperville and Kewanee. Whether you buy a coach class or business class ticket, you'll have plenty of legroom and complimentary WiFi, plus access to refreshments at the onboard cafe.
The Illinois Zephyr is a passenger train operated by Amtrak, running between Quincy and Chicago. Taking the train from Kewanee to Mendota is a comfortable option, and tickets on this route cost on average. The Illinois Zephyr and its sister train, the Carl Sandburg, serve one of Amtrak's most popular lines. The train features amenities such as airline-style coach seating, a cafe on board, power outlets, restrooms, and Wi-Fi.
Frequently Asked Questions
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Kewanee to Mendota. 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 Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Kewanee at 08:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. 2 of these are direct connections to Mendota. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Mendota to Kewanee.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Kewanee?
Main departure station: 210 W Third St
There is one train station in Kewanee.
All train stations in Kewanee:
210 W Third St
Where is the train station in Mendota?
Main arrival station: 783 Main St
Mendota has one train station.
Train stations in Mendota:
783 Main St
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