What is the cheapest way to get from Needles to Elko?

The cheapest way to get from Needles to Elko is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 10h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Needles to Elko?

The fastest way to get from Needles to Elko is to train and shuttle and fly which takes 10h 3m and costs $140 - $450.

Is there a direct train between Needles and Elko?

No, there is no direct train from Needles station to Elko station. However, there are services departing from Needles Station and arriving at Elko Amtrak Station via Los Angeles and Sacramento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h.

How far is it from Needles to Elko?

The distance between Needles and Elko is 496 miles. The road distance is 518.3 miles.

How do I travel from Needles to Elko without a car?

The best way to get from Needles to Elko without a car is to train and bus which takes 17h 53m and costs $160 - $310.

How long does it take to get from Needles to Elko?

It takes approximately 10h 3m to get from Needles to Elko, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Needles to Elko train from?

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

Where does the Needles to Elko train arrive?

Needles to Elko train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Needles to Elko?

Yes, the driving distance between Needles to Elko is 518 miles. It takes approximately 10h 28m to drive from Needles to Elko.

How do I get a train ticket from Needles to Elko?

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Where can I stay near Elko?

There are 27+ hotels available in Elko.

Needles to Elko - 7 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Needles to Elko by train, shuttle, plane, bus, car, 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.

Train, shuttle to Harry Reid International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Needles Station to Kingman Station
2. Take a shuttle bus from Kingman, AZ to Harry Reid International
3. Fly from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) to Elko Regional Airport (EKO)LAS - EKO
10h 3m
$141–444
Drive 515.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Needles to Elko515.3 mi
10h 28m
$94–136
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Needles Station to Kingman Station
2. Take the bus from Kingman, AZ to Las Vegas
3. Take the bus from Las Vegas to 6271 S Dixie Dr - Salt Lake City
4. Take the bus from Salt Lake City Intermodal Trans Ctr to Elko
17h 53m
$161–301
Train, bus via Provo
1. Take the train from Needles Station to Kingman Station
2. Take the bus from Kingman, AZ to Las Vegas
3. Take the bus from Las Vegas to 300 S / 600 E - Provo
4. Take the train from Provo Central Station to Salt Lake Central Station750
5. Take the train from Salt Lake City to Elko Amtrak Station
17h 54m
$140–284
Train, shuttle to Phoenix, fly
1. Take the train from Needles Station to Flagstaff
2. Take a shuttle bus from Flagstaff Amtrak to Sky Harbor International Airport
3. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Elko Regional Airport (EKO)PHX - EKO
12h 11m
$311–721
Train, bus via St. George
1. Take the train from Needles Station to Kingman Station
2. Take the bus from Kingman Station to Mccarran International Airport Amtrak Bus Stop
3. Take the bus from Harry Reid International to St George
4. Take the bus from St George Bluff St Office to Provo Central Station
5. Take the train from Provo Central Station to Salt Lake Central Station750
6. Take the train from Salt Lake City to Elko Amtrak Station
22h 18m
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Needles Station to Los Angeles
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Sacramento
3. Take the train from Sacramento to Elko Amtrak Station
34h
$157–646

Needles to Elko by train, foot, and bus

7Weekly Services

17h 54mAverage Duration

$140Cheapest Price

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Distance: 492.8 mi
Duration: 10h 3m

What companies run services between Needles, CA, USA and Elko, NV, USA?

You can take a train from Needles Station to Elko Amtrak Station via Los Angeles and Sacramento in around 34h.

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