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Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from San Bernardino to Dodge City. The train trip from San Bernardino to Dodge City is usually about 26 hours and 2 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 997 mi (1605 km) |
| Fastest train | 26h 2m |
| Lowest price | $130.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Southwest Chief |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from San Bernardino to Dodge City?
Amtrak Southwest Chief is the one and only train line which connects San Bernardino to Dodge 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.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 1d 2h 2m | $175.75 |
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 San Bernardino to Dodge City in about 26 hours and 2 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 San Bernardino and Dodge City is approximately 997 miles, or 1605 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 26 hours and 2 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 San Bernardino to Dodge City tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. 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 Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves San Bernardino at 7:00pm and arrives in Dodge City around 26 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Dodge 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 Dodge City to San Bernardino.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in San Bernardino?
Main departure station: 1170 W Third St
There is one train station in San Bernardino.
All train stations in San Bernardino:
1170 W Third St
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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