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Fort Madison to Mendota Train Schedule
Trip Summary
3 trains operate daily from Fort Madison to Mendota. The train trip from Fort Madison to Mendota is usually about 7 hours and 1 minute long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Southwest Chief train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 19 minutes.
| Distance | 131 mi (210 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 19m |
| Lowest price | $29.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Fort Madison to Mendota?
2 train services operate from Fort Madison to Mendota. Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 9h 23m | $67.50 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 2h 19m | $54.00 |
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. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from Fort Madison to Mendota every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $29.
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 Fort Madison to Mendota in about 2 hours and 19 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 Fort Madison to Mendota
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Fort Madison to Mendota on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Fort Madison at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Fort Madison to Mendota. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Mendota to Fort Madison.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Fort Madison?
Main departure station: Historic Santa Fe Station
There is one train station in Fort Madison.
All train stations in Fort Madison:
Historic Santa Fe Station
Where is the train station in Mendota?
Main arrival station: 783 Main St
Mendota has one train station.
All train stations in Mendota:
783 Main St
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