We provide direct service to and from any residential or business location in Phoenix, AZ – safely delivering thousands of vehicles on a monthly basis.
What cities in Arizona does Amtrak go to?
Amtrak Stations in Arizona
- Benson, AZ (BEN)
- Flagstaff, AZ – Amtrak Station (FLG)
- Kingman, AZ (KNG)
- Maricopa, AZ (MRC) (closest station to Phoenix)
- Tucson, AZ (TUS) (pictured above)
- Winslow, AZ (WLO)
- Yuma, AZ (YUM)
Does Amtrak run through Phoenix?
In fact, Phoenix is the largest city in the country without it. But it wasn’t always that way. Phoenix’s Union Station was a bustling train hub when rail travel peaked around World War II. Today, it sits dormant as Amtrak stopped its service to Phoenix in June 1996.
How long is the train ride from Chicago to Arizona?
58 hours and 47 minutes
The distance between Chicago and Phoenix is approximately 1452 miles, or 2336 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 58 hours and 47 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 58 hours and 30 minutes.
Are there sleeper cars on Amtrak?
The Amtrak Sleeping Car fleet consists of two types of cars: Superliner and Viewliner. The primary difference: a Superliner features two levels of private accommodations per car and Viewliner features a single level. For your trip, the type of car will depend on the route you select.
Why is there no Amtrak in Phoenix?
Phoenix remains the largest city in the U.S. without Amtrak passenger train service. Amtrak trains haven’t stopped in Phoenix since June of 1996. The discontinuation came after the derailment of the Sunset Limited near Hyder, Arizona.
What is the difference between a roomette and a bedroom on Amtrak?
In a roomette, daytime seating converts to beds at night. Bedrooms are larger than roomettes and offer a sink and vanity with enclosed toilet and shower facilities. Spanning the width of the train car, Amtrak’s family bedrooms are a cozy option for a family of four.
Do you have to wear a mask on Amtrak Auto Train?
Federal law requires all customers and employees to wear a mask at all times while onboard trains and in stations, regardless of vaccination status or state or local laws. Face masks can be removed briefly while actively eating, drinking or taking medication.
