What is the cheapest way to get from El Paso to Needles?

The cheapest way to get from El Paso to Needles is to bus and train via Phoenix which costs $80 - $180 and takes 16h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Paso to Needles?

The fastest way to get from El Paso to Needles is to fly and shuttle and train which takes 10h 13m and costs $240 - $900.

Is there a direct train between El Paso and Needles?

No, there is no direct train from El Paso station to Needles station. However, there are services departing from El Paso Station and arriving at Needles Station via Pomona - Downtown and Riverside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 57m.

How far is it from El Paso to Needles?

The distance between El Paso and Needles is 681 miles. The road distance is 626.4 miles.

How do I travel from El Paso to Needles without a car?

The best way to get from El Paso to Needles without a car is to bus and train which takes 13h 53m and costs $100 - $190.

How long does it take to get from El Paso to Needles?

It takes approximately 13h 53m to get from El Paso to Needles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Paso to Needles train from?

El Paso to Needles train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from El Paso Station.

What is the time difference between El Paso and Needles?

Needles is 1h behind El Paso. It is currently 4:07 AM in El Paso and 3:07 AM in Needles.

Where does the El Paso to Needles train arrive?

El Paso to Needles train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Pomona Amtrak station.

Can I drive from El Paso to Needles?

Yes, the driving distance between El Paso to Needles is 626 miles. It takes approximately 11h 15m to drive from El Paso to Needles.

Where can I stay near Needles?

There are 30+ hotels available in Needles.

El Paso to Needles - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and shuttle

There are 8 ways to get from El Paso to Needles by bus, train, car, plane, shuttle, or train (Amtrak)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from El Paso to Kingman, AZbus Las Vegas
2. Take the train from Kingman Station to Needles Stationtrain Southwest Chief
13h 53m
$109–188
Bus, train via Phoenix
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Paso Bus Station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Kingmanbus
3. Take the train from Kingman Station to Needles Stationtrain
16h 27m
$82–171
Bus, train via Albuquerque
1. Take the bus from El Paso Bus Station to ABQ Alvarado Transportation Centerbus El Paso
2. Take the train from Albuquerque Alvarado Transportation Center to Needles Stationtrain Southwest Chief
14h 39m
$88–272
Drive 622.7 mi
1. Drive from El Paso to Needlescar 622.7 mi
11h 15m
$114–165
Fly to Harry Reid International Airport, shuttle, train
1. Fly from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)plane ELP - LAS
2. Take a shuttle bus from Harry Reid International to Kingman, AZshuttle
3. Take the train from Kingman Station to Needles Stationtrain
10h 13m
$243–892
Train
1. Take the train from El Paso Station to Pomona Amtraktrain
2. Take the train from Pomona - Downtown to Riverside - Downtowntrain
3. Take the train from Riverside to Needles Stationtrain
22h 57m
$120–331
Fly to Phoenix, shuttle, train
1. Fly from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to Phoenix (PHX)plane ELP - PHX
2. Take a shuttle bus from Sky Harbor International Airport to Flagstaff Amtrakshuttle
3. Take the train from Flagstaff to Needles Stationtrain
11h 9m
$380–1,236
Fly to Los Angeles International Airport, train
1. Fly from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane ELP - LAX
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Needles Stationtrain
13h 49m
$207–786

El Paso to Needles by bus and train

13Weekly Services

14h 39mAverage Duration

$88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 677 mi
Duration: 13h 53m

What companies run services between El Paso, TX, USA and Needles, CA, USA?

You can take a train from El Paso Station to Needles Station via Pomona Amtrak, Pomona - Downtown, and Riverside in around 22h 57m.

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