Needles to San Bernardino Train - Amtrak Tickets €29

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Needles to San Bernardino Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There is usually just one train option from Needles to San Bernardino per day. The average train journey from Needles to San Bernardino takes 5 hours and 42 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.

	Distance	161 mi (259 km)
	Fastest train	5h 42m
	Lowest price	€29.02
	Trains per day	1
	Most frequent service	Amtrak Southwest Chief
	Train lines	1

Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for trains from Needles to San Bernardino

(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)

5.0

Kelvin

December 10, 2021- Solo travel

Amtrak Southwest Chief

Pros: Everything was great. Cons: Be on time. Tips: No.

Price trends for trains from Needles to San Bernardino

Average train ticket prices from Needles to San Bernardino by month

Which train should you take from Needles to San Bernardino?

Amtrak Southwest Chief is the one and only train line which connects Needles to San Bernardino. 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
Amtrak Southwest Chief	1	5h 42m	€43.06

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 Needles to San Bernardino in about 5 hours and 42 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.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Needles to San Bernardino

The distance between Needles and San Bernardino is approximately 161 miles, or 259 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 42 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 Needles to San Bernardino on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday 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 Needles at 12:00am and arrives in San Bernardino around 5 hours later.

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to San Bernardino 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 San Bernardino to Needles.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Needles?

Main departure station: 950 Front St

There is one train station in Needles.

All train stations in Needles:

950 Front St

Where is the train station in San Bernardino?

Main arrival station: 1170 W Third St

San Bernardino has one train station.

All train stations in San Bernardino:

1170 W Third St

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