The cheapest and fastest trains from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- €86
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- €91
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 9 h 35 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 9 h 36 m
- Trains on 12 Nov
- 11
- Distance
- 559 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around €91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €86.
To travel from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA you need to make at least 2 changes.
6624 Connecting Bus · 11 Coast Starlight7:00 AM 14h11 San Francisco, CA 9:11 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA €86 1 One-way 1 change
6610 Connecting Bus · 11 Coast Starlight7:30 AM 13h41 San Francisco, CA 9:11 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA €86 1 One-way 1 change
6624 Connecting Bus · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 Connecting Bus7:00 AM 10h15 San Francisco, CA 5:15 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA €92 1 One-way 2 changes
6610 Connecting Bus · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 Connecting Bus7:30 AM 9h45 San Francisco, CA 5:15 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA €92 1 One-way 2 changes
6624 Connecting Bus · 710 Gold Runner · 5710 Connecting Bus7:00 AM 10h15 San Francisco, CA 5:15 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA €92 1 One-way 2 changes
6616 Connecting Bus · 716 Gold Runner · 5716 Connecting Bus1:40 PM 9h35 San Francisco, CA 11:15 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA €92 1 One-way 2 changes
6612 Connecting Bus · 712 Gold Runner · 5712 Connecting Bus9:40 AM 9h35 San Francisco, CA 7:15 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA €92 1 One-way 2 changes
6614 Connecting Bus · 714 Gold Runner · 5714 Connecting Bus11:40 AM 9h35 San Francisco, CA 9:15 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA €92 1 One-way 2 changes
6612 Connecting Bus · 712 Gold Runner · 5812 Connecting Bus9:40 AM 9h35 San Francisco, CA 7:15 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA €92 1 One-way 2 changes
6642 Connecting Bus · 718 Gold Runner · 5818 Connecting Bus4:45 PM 9h40 San Francisco, CA 2:25 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA €92 1 One-way 2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €60 but you can travel from only €18 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 559 km distance in 12h 32m.
Distance 559 km |
Average train duration 12h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €60 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 12h 32m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 days |
Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains for tomorrow, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6624 Connecting Bus · 710 Gold Runner · 5710 Connecting Bus | 7:00 AM San Francisco, CA | 10h15 | 5:15 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 changes | |
6624 Connecting Bus · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 Connecting Bus | 7:00 AM San Francisco, CA | 10h15 | 5:15 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 changes | |
6624 Connecting Bus · 11 Coast Starlight | 7:00 AM San Francisco, CA | 14h11 | 9:11 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
6610 Connecting Bus · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 Connecting Bus | 7:30 AM San Francisco, CA | 9h45 | 5:15 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 changes | |
6610 Connecting Bus · 11 Coast Starlight | 7:30 AM San Francisco, CA | 13h41 | 9:11 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
6610 Connecting Bus · 710 Gold Runner · 5710 Connecting Bus | 7:30 AM San Francisco, CA | 9h45 | 5:15 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 changes | |
6612 Connecting Bus · 712 Gold Runner · 5712 Connecting Bus | 9:40 AM San Francisco, CA | 9h35 | 7:15 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 changes | |
6612 Connecting Bus · 712 Gold Runner · 5812 Connecting Bus | 9:40 AM San Francisco, CA | 9h35 | 7:15 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 changes | |
6614 Connecting Bus · 714 Gold Runner · 5714 Connecting Bus | 11:40 AM San Francisco, CA | 9h35 | 9:15 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 changes | |
6616 Connecting Bus · 716 Gold Runner · 5716 Connecting Bus | 1:40 PM San Francisco, CA | 9h35 | 11:15 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 changes | |
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Train companies: Amtrak from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Francisco, CA and Los Angeles, CA from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between San Francisco, CA and Los Angeles, CA
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in San Francisco, CA and Los Angeles, CA
Most San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains use the to Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare San Francisco, CA and Los Angeles, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Los Angeles, CA station do trains from San Francisco, CA arrive at?
Getting to Union Station from Los Angeles city centre
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Traxx Restaurant, Union Station Cafe, Philippe The Original
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown, Miyako Hotel Los Angeles, Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza.
