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Raton - Garden City Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There is usually just one train option from Raton to Garden City per day. The average train journey from Raton to Garden City takes 5 hours and 6 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.

Distance209 mi (337 km)
Fastest train5h 6m
Lowest price$25.00
Trains per day1
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Southwest Chief
Train lines1

Which train should you take from Raton to Garden City?

Amtrak Southwest Chief is the one and only train line which connects Raton to Garden City. 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.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Southwest Chief15h 6m$25.00
  • 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 Raton to Garden City in about 5 hours and 6 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

The distance between Raton and Garden City is approximately 209 miles, or 337 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 6 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.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Raton to Garden City on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Raton at 4:00pm and arrives in Garden City around 5 hours later.

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Garden City 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 Garden City to Raton.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Raton?

Main departure station: 201 S First St

There is one train station in Raton.

All train stations in Raton:

  • 201 S First St

Where is the train station in Garden City?

Main arrival station: 100 N 7th St

Garden City has one train station.

All train stations in Garden City:

  • 100 N 7th St

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