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Pros: I didn’t have to drive. Cons: Clean restrooms. Tips: N/A.
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There is usually just one train option from Fullerton to Gallup per day. The average train journey from Fullerton to Gallup takes 12 hours and 30 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
Distance | 534 mi (859 km) |
Fastest train | 12h 30m |
Lowest price | $65.00 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Southwest Chief |
Train lines | 1 |
Average score for trains from Fullerton to Gallup
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Pros: I didn’t have to drive. Cons: Clean restrooms. Tips: N/A.
Amtrak Southwest Chief is the one and only train line which connects Fullerton to Gallup. 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 Southwest Chief | 1 | 12h 30m | $73.13 |
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 Fullerton to Gallup in about 12 hours and 30 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.
The distance between Fullerton and Gallup is approximately 534 miles, or 859 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 12 hours and 30 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 Fullerton to Gallup 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 Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Fullerton at 6:00pm and arrives in Gallup around 12 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Gallup 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 Gallup to Fullerton.
Fullerton was founded in 1887 and is roughly 22 miles from Los Angeles. The area around Fullerton was the original California orange growing zone due to its great Mediterranean environment. The nightlife in downtown Fullerton is well-known, plus there are around 50 parks in the city, including the famed Fullerton Arboretum, which features 26 acres of uncommon and rare species as well as sculpted gardens.
Fullerton has some of the best art museums in the country, including Muckenthaler Art and Cultural Center and the Clayes Performing Arts Center. You can also experience amazing lakes such as the Laguna Lake Park.
If you're a beer-lover, visit the Bootleggers Brewery. Founded in 2008 by home brewer and beer enthusiast Aaron Barkenhagen, Bootleggers Brewery is one of Orange County's largest artisan breweries.
As for transportation, Amtrak and Fullerton Metrolink are the two best train stations in Fullerton serviced by Amtrak's Southwest Chief and Pacific Surfliner. These Amtrak lines connect from Los Angeles, Bakersfield, and even as far away as Chicago. For buses, Amtrak Thruway comes from Santa Ana, Bakersfield, Los Angeles, and Riverside to Fullerton. The nearest airport is Long Beach Airport, which is only 14 miles away from the city.
There is one train station in Fullerton.
120 East Santa Fe Ave - Fullerton Transp Ctr
Gallup has one train station.
201 E Hwy 66
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