Introduction to the Amtrak Heartland Flyer Train
Heartland Flyer is an intercity rail service offered by Amtrak. It first started service in 1999. The Heartland Flyer is responsible for taking about 63,000 passengers per year to their final destinations.
The Heartland Flyer operates in Oklahoma & Texas between Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and Fort Worth, Texas.
What to Expect on Amtrak Heartland Flyer?
The Heartland Flyer runs 206 miles between its starting point, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and its point of termination, Fort Worth, Texas.
This intercity rail travels at an average speed of 52 miles per hour. The overall trip from start to finish takes about 4 hours. The Heartland Flyer runs trips daily and 7 trips per week.
Accommodations provided by the Heartland Flyer
Heartland Flyer offers seating for 224 passengers.
This train also has a none sleeper car due to its long trip duration.
The Heartland Flyer provides food options in the cafe car.
What are the Major Stops on the Heartland Flyer?
The Heartland Flyer starts at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and terminates at Fort Worth, Texas. In between, Heartland Flyer makes the following stop at these central locations.
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – Sante Fe Depot. This is where the Heartland Flyer service begins.
- Norman, Oklahoma – Norma Depot
- Purcell, Oklahoma – Purcell Train Station
- Pauls Valley, Oklahoma
- Ardmore, Oklahoma
- Gainesville, Texas – Historic Sante Fe Depot
- Fort Worth, Texas – Fort Worth Central Station. This is where the Heartland Flyer service ends.
How Much Does it Cost to Ride on the Heartland Flyer?
A typical fare onboard the Heartland Flyer will cost you between $31.00 and $31.00, depending on which type of seat you decide to purchase.
