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Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Lamar to La Junta. The train trip from Lamar to La Junta is usually about one hour and 11 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 51 mi (82 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 11m |
Lowest price | $9.00 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Southwest Chief |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Lamar to La Junta?
Amtrak Southwest Chief is the one and only train line which connects Lamar to La Junta. 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 | 1h 11m | $9.00 |
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 Lamar to La Junta in about 1 hours and 11 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
Trains departing from Lamar to La Junta tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Lamar at 6:00am and arrives in La Junta about an hour later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to La Junta 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 La Junta to Lamar.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Lamar?
Main departure station: 109 E Beech St
There is one train station in Lamar.
All train stations in Lamar:
109 E Beech St
Where is the train station in La Junta?
Main arrival station: 1 West First St
La Junta has one train station.
All train stations in La Junta:
1 West First St
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