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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Hutchinson to Topeka. Traveling by train from Hutchinson to Topeka usually takes 2 hours and 58 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 139 mi (224 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 58m |
Lowest price | $20.00 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Southwest Chief |
Train lines | 1 |
Price trends for trains from Hutchinson to Topeka
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Hutchinson to Topeka?
Amtrak Southwest Chief is the one and only train line which connects Hutchinson to Topeka. 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 | 2h 58m | $20.00 |
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 Hutchinson to Topeka in about 2 hours and 58 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
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Hutchinson to Topeka. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Hutchinson at 1:00am and arrives in Topeka around 2 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Topeka 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 Topeka to Hutchinson.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Hutchinson?
Main departure station: N Walnut St E 3rd Ave
There is one train station in Hutchinson.
All train stations in Hutchinson:
N Walnut St E 3rd Ave
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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