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Pros: Just the level of attentiveness. Cons: Not sure. Tips: Bring a pillow.
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There is one daily train from Grand Junction to Helper. Traveling by train from Grand Junction to Helper usually takes around 3 hours and 10 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 130 mi (210 km) |
Fastest train | 3h 10m |
Lowest price | €13.19 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak California Zephyr |
Train lines | 1 |
Overall score for trains from Grand Junction to Helper
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: Just the level of attentiveness. Cons: Not sure. Tips: Bring a pillow.
Over the past month, a train ticket between Grand Junction and Helper cost €16.02, on average. This is about as cheap as train fares get on this route. Booking your trip at least 2 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around €11.20 more.
Amtrak California Zephyr is the one and only train line which connects Grand Junction to Helper. 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 |
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Amtrak California Zephyr | 1 | 3h 10m | €25.44 |
Amtrak’s California Zephyr travels over 2,400 miles to connect Chicago to the San Francisco area. The full journey takes over 50 hours, so many passengers upgrade to a sleeper cabin for added privacy and comfort. The Zephyr is one of Amtrak’s most scenic routes, and the sightseer lounge’s panoramic windows offer the best views of the Rockies, the Sierra Nevadas, and the Great Salt Lake along the route.
The distance between Grand Junction and Helper is approximately 130 miles, or 210 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 10 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 Grand Junction to Helper tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. 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 Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Grand Junction at 16:00 and arrives in Helper around 3 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Helper 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 Helper to Grand Junction.
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Grand Junction is a popular wine destination about four hours west of Denver and close to Colorado's border with Utah. The area is home to over 30 wineries with award-winning red wines and breathtaking views. While any vineyard or winery is worth the tour, consider booking a room to stay a while in the Chateau at Two Rivers Winery.
The Colorado River and the red rock formations around Grand Junction make the area ideal for exploring the outdoors. Take in the incredible plateau and canyon vistas at the Colorado National Monument in Grand Junction, easily one of the best destinations in Colorado. Spot wild horses on the trail to the Mount Garfield summit, or spend a serene day fishing at James M. Robb State Park.
Grand Junction Airport has direct flights to a handful of western cities, but taking the train is more convenient for connections to further destinations. The Amtrak California Zephyr stops in Grand Junction on its route from Chicago to Emeryville, with additional stops in Denver and Salt Lake City. Jefferson Lines buses also stop in the city, heading to destinations across the midwest.
There is one train station in Grand Junction.
339 S 1st St
Helper has one train station.
1 Depot St
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