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How to get to Mendota by train
| Routes | 14 |
| Trips per day | 38 |
| train lines | 4 |
| Stations | 1 |
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What train companies travel to Mendota, Illinois?
Located in Illinois, Mendota is accessible by train from 14 other cities. You can choose from 38 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Mendota on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Mendota are also available.
Train companies serving Mendota
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 111 | 23h 45m | $263.18 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 10 | 2h 3m | $49.99 |
| Amtrak Carl Sandburg | 7 | 1h 23m | $15.76 |
| Amtrak Illinois Zephyr | 7 | 1h 25m | $17.84 |
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.
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.
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.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.
Which train carrier has the best service to Mendota?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Mendota by train with Amtrak Carl Sandburg giving them a 5 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Southwest Chief had the most comfortable train service to Mendota taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Southwest Chief offers. They rate Amtrak Southwest Chief a 5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Mendota punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Carl Sandburg has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Mendota, rating them a 5 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Mendota is 783 Main St. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Mendota.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 1h 24m | $24.53 |
| Naperville | 0h 50m | $11.86 |
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