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Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Gallup and Mendota. The average train journey from Gallup to Mendota takes 31 hours and 3 minutes, but some Amtrak Southwest Chief train trips are as short as 27 hours and 53 minutes.
| Distance | 1136 mi (1828 km) |
| Fastest train | 27h 53m |
| Lowest price | £244.20 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Gallup to Mendota?
2 train services operate from Gallup to Mendota. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 1d 10h 13m | £279.32 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 1d 3h 53m | £244.20 |
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 Gallup to Mendota every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £279.
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 Gallup to Mendota in about 27 hours and 53 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 Gallup and Mendota is approximately 1136 miles, or 1828 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 31 hours and 3 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 27 hours and 53 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 Gallup to Mendota 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.
The earliest train departs Gallup at 08:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 08:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Gallup twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Mendota faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Mendota to Gallup.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Gallup?
Main departure station: 201 E Hwy 66
There is one train station in Gallup.
All train stations in Gallup:
201 E Hwy 66
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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