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How to get to Burlington by train
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- 7
- Trips per day
- 8
- train lines
- 2
- Stations
- 1
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About Burlington
Burlington is a city in Iowa, on the border of Illinois. The micropolitan area is popular for Snake Alley, one of the crookedest streets in the world, and the rich heritage of commerce and culture. Art and history lovers can check out the Art Center of Burlington and the Des Moines County Heritage Center Museum. Enjoy hiking and biking at the North Gorge Trail or the skate park, tennis court, outdoor pool, and 16-hole disc golf course at the Dankwardt Memorial Park. Baseball fans will be pleased to check out the Burlington Bees, while families can look out for a wide range of activities at FunCity.
The downtown Burlington area is the best place to visit for shopping, dining, and entertainment in the city. You can look out for the Capitol Theater downtown to watch classic and independent films, while the Catfish Bend Casino offers adult fun, accompanied by hotels, chain restaurants, and a spa. Look out for concerts, magic shows, and other activities at the Burlington Memorial Auditorium. At Burlington, you can look out for the Snake Alley Festival of Film held annually.
Burlington has plenty of bus trips from Jefferson Lines. If you're visiting via train, you can find routes provided by Amtrak from over 100 other cities.
Station Information
Popular train stations in Burlington:
- 300 S Main St
What train companies travel to Burlington, IA?
Located in Iowa, Burlington is accessible by train from 7 other cities. You can choose from 8 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Burlington on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Burlington are also available.
Train companies serving Burlington
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 39 | 15 hr, 59 min | £77.75 |
| Amtrak California Zephyr | 7 | 4 hr, 1 min | £59.26 |
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.
Amtrak California Zephyr is one of the longest train routes in the United States, spanning from Chicago to Emeryville. With views of the Colorado and Mississippi rivers, the Sierra Nevada mountains, and the Rockies, it highlights some of the most stunning views the US has.
Frequently Asked Questions
£12.71 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Burlington, 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 Burlington. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Burlington was £12.71.
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The main train station in Burlington is 300 S Main St. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Burlington.
The closest airport to Burlington is Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL), located 1.8 miles from the city center of Burlington.
Burlington is the most popular train destination in Iowa. Burlington ranks number 347 among train destinations in the country. Burlington ranks number 6 in Iowa by the number of places connected to it by train. There are 7 direct train schedules arriving in Burlington each day.
The population of Burlington is 25,410. It is the largest city in Iowa. It ranks number 272 by population in the country.
A short train trip to Burlington, under 60 miles, can cost as little as £12.71. A 60 to 200 mile train trip to Burlington starts at £23.18. A longer trip by train to Burlington can be as cheap as £35.89. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as £12.71.
People who take the train to Burlington are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to Burlington easy whether you’re planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest train station to the city center of Burlington is 300 S Main St, located just 0.6 miles away. Select 300 S Main St as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Burlington. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | 1 day, 7 hr, 48 min | £314.73 |
| Boston, MA | 1 day, 9 hr, 18 min | £249.13 |
| Chicago, IL | 6 hr, 42 min | £44.99 |
| St Louis, MO | 10 hr | £90.19 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 2 days, 12 hr, 49 min | £283.69 |
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