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Fort Madison to Needles train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Fort Madison to Needles. The fastest takes 32 hours 39 minutes; every train leaves at 5:10 PM.
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- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 32h 39m
- Leaves at
- 5:10 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Fort Madison and arrives at Needles Amtrak. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:10 PM | 11:49 PM +1 day | 32h 39m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Fort Madison Where you get off in Needles The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Fort Madison
- Fort Madison Amtrak station Map of Fort Madison Amtrak station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Needles
- Needles Amtrak Map of Needles Amtrak (Google Maps)
Return trip: Needles to Fort Madison
Questions
How long is the train from Fort Madison to Needles?
The fastest direct train takes 32 hours 39 minutes.
What time is the first train from Fort Madison to Needles?
Every departure is at 5:10 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Fort Madison to Needles?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Fort Madison?
Trains to Needles leave from Fort Madison Amtrak station.