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Next departures for Elko to Reno on October 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:25am	Elko Station	5h 48m	12:13pm	Reno Station
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:25am	Elko Station	5h 48m	9:13am	Reno Station
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:25am	Elko Station	5h 48m	9:13am	Reno Station
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:25am	Elko Station	5h 48m	9:13am	Reno Station
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:34am	Elko Station	5h 48m	9:22am	Reno Station

Compare 2 ways to go from Elko to Reno

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Reno. The journey takes about 4 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just CLP 43,838, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 55mAverage Duration

364 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCLP 43,838 - CLP 84,466	Average Duration4h 55m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCLP 39,074 - CLP 93,739	Average Duration5h 48m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,545 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Customers express dissatisfaction with the service, specifically mentioning delays and late arrivals. These issues seem to be consistent across multiple reviews.

Amtrak Elko Reno recent customer reviews

The train was 2hrs late on arrival to Elko. Then we had to wait 20 minutes in Winnemucca for a crew change. Then had an unscheduled stop in Sparks to drop off 2 railroad employees off and then had to wait 2 hrs 1.7 miles from are final destination at reno for to trains freight trains to go by. We were around 7 hours late from are arrival time in reno.

Kevin H.

July 31, 2023

No respect for the hours arrives/destination

Martín G.

July 7, 2023

It was great I will be riding train again soon

John H.

June 28, 2023

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Elko to Reno by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Elko to Reno?
The cheapest train tickets from Elko to Reno start at CLP 39,074. The average price for this train route is around CLP 57,997. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Elko to Reno?
The average train trip from Elko to Reno takes 5h 48m and covers 375 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 43m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Elko to Reno route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Elko to Reno?
The earliest train from Elko to Reno departs at 3:25am. The latest train departs at 3:38am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10-02

CLP 54,848

10-03

CLP 69,068

Today

CLP 115,789

10-05

No data

10-06

CLP 69,068

10-07

CLP 54,848

10-08

CLP 54,848

10-09

No data

The cheapest trip from Elko to Reno was searched and found on Oct 2, 2026 with a price of CLP 54,848

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Elko to Reno, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from CLP 54,848 to CLP 437,764 for a train ticket from Elko to Reno based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 54,848 which is on 2026-10-07.