CA → AZ · about 386 miles
Palm Springs to Benson train schedule
Amtrak runs 6 direct trains a week from Palm Springs to Benson. The fastest takes 8 hours 17 minutes; every train leaves at 12:36 AM.
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- Trains a week
- 6
- Fastest trip
- 8h 17m
- Leaves at
- 12:36 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Palm Springs Amtrak and arrives at Benson 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:36 AM | 8:53 AM | 8h 17m | Wed, Fri, Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 12:36 AM | 9:53 AM | 9h 17m | Wed, Fri, Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Palm Springs Where you get off in Benson The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Palm Springs
Where the train stops in Benson
Return trip: Benson to Palm Springs
Questions
How long is the train from Palm Springs to Benson?
The fastest direct train takes 8 hours 17 minutes; the typical trip is 9 hours 17 minutes.
What time is the first train from Palm Springs to Benson?
Every departure is at 12:36 AM (Wed, Fri, Sun).
Which rail companies go from Palm Springs to Benson?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Palm Springs?
Trains to Benson leave from Palm Springs Amtrak.