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Centralia to Topeka Train Schedule
Trip Summary
You can pick from 3 daily train trips between Centralia and Topeka. The average train journey from Centralia to Topeka takes 18 hours and 27 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 15 hours and 38 minutes.
| Distance | 355 mi (571 km) |
| Fastest train | 15h 38m |
| Lowest price | $156.00 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Centralia to Topeka?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Centralia to Topeka. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 3 | 18h 27m | $168.33 |
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 3 Amtrak trains from Centralia to Topeka every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $156.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Centralia to Topeka
The distance between Centralia and Topeka is approximately 355 miles, or 571 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 18 hours and 27 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 15 hours and 38 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.
Trains departing from Centralia to Topeka tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. 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 Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Centralia at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00am. 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. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Topeka to Centralia.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Centralia?
Main departure station: 110 South Oak St
There is one train station in Centralia.
All train stations in Centralia:
110 South Oak St
Where is the train station in Topeka?
Main arrival station: 500 SE Holliday Pl
Topeka has one train station.
All train stations in Topeka:
500 SE Holliday Pl
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