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Egg Harbor City to Galesburg train

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Egg Harbor City - Galesburg Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There are usually 5 daily train trips available from Egg Harbor City to Galesburg. Traveling by train from Egg Harbor City to Galesburg usually takes 33 hours and 3 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 31 hours and 57 minutes.

Distance834 mi (1342 km)
Fastest train31h 57m
Lowest price$172.25
Most frequent serviceAmtrak
Train lines1

Which train should you take from Egg Harbor City to Galesburg?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Egg Harbor City to Galesburg. However, there are 5 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak51d 9h 4m$213.05
  • 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 5 Amtrak trains from Egg Harbor City to Galesburg every day, as well as 5 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $172.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Egg Harbor City and Galesburg is approximately 834 miles, or 1342 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 33 hours and 3 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 31 hours and 57 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 Egg Harbor City to Galesburg 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 Egg Harbor City at 9:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00am. 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 5 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 Galesburg to Egg Harbor City.

City Information

Galesburg

Galesburg is best known as the birthplace of writer and poet Carl Sandburg, with the Carl Sandburg State Historic Site erected in his honor. If you love the look of Carl’s boyhood cottage, you can stay in a historic home of your own – several, including the Great House of Galesburg, have been converted into charming bed-and-breakfasts across town.

Galesburg is also known for its historic involvement in the local railroad system, notably connecting Illinois’ largest (at the time) cities, Chicago and Quincy. In fact, the Galesburg Railroad Museum functions solely to preserve and share the history of the railroad industry in Galesburg and Western Illinois. The city even holds an annual festival, the Galesburg Railroad Days, complete with rides, live music, and open-air markets to celebrate the city’s railroad roots. And it’s not just literal railroads– Galesburg was originally founded by abolitionists and became a critical stop to freedom in the Underground Railroad.

Galesburg remains a major railway hub, acting as one of the stops for some of Amtrak’s most popular lines. The Carl Sandburg, Illinois Zephyr, and Southwest Chief all operate daily to connect Galesburg west to Chicago. Meanwhile, the California Zephyr reaches all the way to Los Angeles. Galesburg also has two main bus stations for Greyhound and Burlington Trailways. These carriers provide coverage to Denver, St. Louis, and Moline, which has the closest airport to Galesburg, Quad Cities Airport.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Egg Harbor City?

Main departure station: New Jersey Transit Station

There is one train station in Egg Harbor City.

All train stations in Egg Harbor City:

  • New Jersey Transit Station

Where is the train station in Galesburg?

Main arrival station: 225 S Seminary St

Galesburg has one train station.

All train stations in Galesburg:

  • 225 S Seminary St

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