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Princeton to Dodge City Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Princeton to Dodge City. Traveling by train from Princeton to Dodge City usually takes 17 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Southwest Chief train can make the trip in 12 hours and 37 minutes.
| Distance | 615 mi (989 km) |
| Fastest train | 12h 37m |
| Lowest price | $83.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Princeton to Dodge City?
2 train services operate from Princeton to Dodge City. 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 | 19h 50m | $136.00 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 12h 37m | $83.00 |
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 Princeton to Dodge City every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $85.
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 Princeton to Dodge City in about 12 hours and 37 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 Princeton to Dodge City
The distance between Princeton and Dodge City is approximately 615 miles, or 989 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 17 hours and 25 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 12 hours and 37 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 Princeton to Dodge City tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. 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 Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Princeton at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. 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 Princeton to Dodge City. 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 Dodge City to Princeton.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Princeton?
Main departure station: 107 Bicentennial Dr
There is one train station in Princeton.
All train stations in Princeton:
107 Bicentennial Dr
Where is the train station in Dodge City?
Main arrival station: Central Ave and Wyatt Earp St
Dodge City has one train station.
All train stations in Dodge City:
Central Ave and Wyatt Earp St
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