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Routes34
Trips per day80
train lines2
Stations1

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What train companies travel to Whitefish, Montana?

Located in Montana, Whitefish is accessible by train from 34 other cities. You can choose from 80 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Whitefish on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.

Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Whitefish are also available.

Train companies serving Whitefish

TrainRoutesAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak1261d 17h 38m$314.81
Amtrak Empire Builder341d 0h 46m$191.40
  • 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 Amtrak Empire Builder is a long-distance passenger rail service that has been in operation since 1929. The full 2,200-mile route takes 45 hours to connect Chicago with the Pacific Northwest. Don’t let the length of the trip intimidate you; the Empire Builder is one of Amtrak’s most popular services, and often rated as the most scenic train route in the country. The sightseer lounge, home to enormous windows, is the perfect place to drink in the incredible views of the Mississippi River, the North Dakota Plains, Glacier National Park, and the Columbia River Gorge. Overnight trips on the Empire Builder include the option to book sleeper cabins, for a more comfortable journey and included meals. All passengers can purchase meals or snacks in the cafe car.

Which train carrier has the best service to Whitefish?

Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Whitefish by train with Amtrak Empire Builder giving them a 4.4 rating out of 5.

Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Empire Builder had the most comfortable train service to Whitefish taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Empire Builder offers. They rate Amtrak Empire Builder a 4.3 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.

If you are looking to arrive to Whitefish punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Empire Builder has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Whitefish, rating them a 3.6 based on their on time arrivals.

Frequently Asked Questions

$13.00 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Whitefish, 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 Whitefish. In the last month, trains from Essex to Whitefish had the lowest average price at $13.00.

The main train station in Whitefish is Whitefish Cmnty Library. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Whitefish.

The closest airport to Whitefish is Glacier Park Intl Airport (FCA), it is located 7.9 miles from the city center of Whitefish.
Among train travelers Whitefish is the second most popular destination in the region. It also ranks number 243 in United States. Whitefish has the most train connections in the region. There are 60 train schedules arriving in Whitefish each day.
The population of Whitefish is 7073. Whitefish ranks number 5 in terms of population in Montana and number 498 in all of United States.
Train tickets to Whitefish range from $13 for a short trip to Whitefish, while a 60 to 200 mile train trip to Whitefish starts at , and a longer trip by train to Whitefish can be as cheap as . Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as $30.
People who take the train to Whitefish 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 Whitefish 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 Whitefish is Whitefish Cmnty Library, located just 0.2 miles away. Select Whitefish Cmnty Library as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Whitefish. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.

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