The cheapest and fastest buses from Martinez station, Martinez, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$167
Average price
$176
Fastest journey
11 h 26 m
Average duration
12 h 23 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
563 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Martinez station, Martinez, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Martinez station, Martinez, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA will cost around $176 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $167.
It's difficult to get from Martinez station, Martinez, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA without transferring at least once.
539 Capitol Corridor · 6241 AMTRAK12:54 PM11h26Martinez station, Martinez, CA12:20 AMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$1671One-way1 transfer
523 Capitol Corridor · 4790 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner6:24 AM13h19Martinez station, Martinez, CA7:43 PMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$1851One-way2 transfers
539 Capitol Corridor · 6241 AMTRAK12:54 PM11h26Martinez station, Martinez, CA12:20 AMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$1671One-way1 transfer
523 Capitol Corridor · 4790 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner6:24 AM13h19Martinez station, Martinez, CA7:43 PMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$1851One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Martinez station, Martinez, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Martinez station, Martinez, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $73. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $73, and a flight costs an average of $158.
Distance: 349 miles (563 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$114 Average price | $81 Average price Cheapest | $192 Average price | $2 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 40m Average total duration 11h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 34m Average total duration 11h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Martinez station, Martinez, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA:
A train is $33 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Martinez station, Martinez, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA costing on average $114.
A train is $111 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Martinez station, Martinez, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA costing on average $192.
Other travel options to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 4m.
Bus takes on average 11h 10m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Martinez station, Martinez, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:21AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 10h04 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $167 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:24AM | Arrival Time 07:43PM | Duration 13h19 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $185 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:04AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 9h51 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $167 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:54AM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 13h01 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $167 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:54PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 11h26 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $167 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:54PM | Arrival Time 09:46AM | Duration 13h52 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Live departures
Martinez station, Martinez, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Martinez station, Martinez, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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523 Capitol Corridor · 4790 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner | 6:24 AM Martinez station, Martinez, CA | 13h19 | 7:43 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 transfers | |
539 Capitol Corridor · 6241 AMTRAK | 12:54 PM Martinez station, Martinez, CA | 11h26 | 12:20 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Martinez station, Martinez, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
Buses from Martinez station, Martinez, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 11h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $82 but you can travel from only $73 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 20:54. The fastest bus covers the 349 miles (563 km) distance in 11h 26m.
Distance 349 miles (563 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 11h 26m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 8:54 PM |
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FAQs: Bus from Martinez station, Martinez, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Martinez station, Martinez, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Union Station, Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

