- Must visit
The Getty Center
Major hilltop art museum with European paintings, decorative arts, gardens, and panoramic city views.
Cheapest price
$979
Average price
$984
Fastest journey
1 d 17 h 52 m
Average duration
2 d 6 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
2745 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aurora, IL to 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 Aurora, IL to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $984 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $979.
It's difficult to get from Aurora, IL to Los Angeles, CA without transferring at least once.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Aurora, IL to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $236. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $236, and a train costs an average of $284.
Distance: 1705 miles (2745 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$298 Average price | $260 Average price Cheapest | $285 Average price |
46h 40m Average total duration 46h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48h 35m Average total duration 48h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 46m Average total duration Fastest 5h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Aurora, IL to Los Angeles, CA:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aurora, IL to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $285 (€234).
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aurora, IL to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $298 (€245).
Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 46h 10m.
Bus takes on average 48h 5m.
The table below shows live departures for Aurora, IL to Los Angeles, CA trains for tomorrow, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:05 AM Aurora, IL | 66h30 | 5:35 AM Los Angeles, CA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 2:05 PM Aurora, IL | 41h52 | 7:57 AM Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Aurora, IL to Los Angeles, CA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 46h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $284 (€233) but you can travel from only $236 (€193) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 17:19, the last at 19:13. The fastest train covers the 1705 miles (2745 km) distance in 42h 59m.
Distance 1705 miles (2745 km) |
Average train duration 46h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $284 (€233) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 42h 59m |
First train 5:19 PM |
Last train 7:13 PM |
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Major hilltop art museum with European paintings, decorative arts, gardens, and panoramic city views.
The largest art museum in the western United States, known for broad global collections and the Urban Light installation.
Contemporary art museum with a high-profile collection featuring works by Yayoi Kusama, Jeff Koons, and Jean-Michel Basquiat.
Vast urban park with trails, scenic overlooks, and access to some of the city’s best outdoor viewpoints.
Classic Southern California waterfront area popular for ocean views, walks, and iconic beach atmosphere.
Famous beachfront promenade known for street culture, murals, skate energy, and people-watching.
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Small corn-tortilla tacos filled with meats such as carne asada, al pastor, or carnitas, topped simply with onion, cilantro, and salsa. They reflect the city’s deep Mexican culinary influence.
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Popular upscale restaurant in the Arts District known for house-made charcuterie, pasta, and a stylish industrial setting.
Historic casual eatery best known for the French dip sandwich, old-school counter service, and classic Los Angeles atmosphere.
Well-known Oaxacan restaurant celebrated for mole, tlayudas, and lively traditional flavors in a vibrant setting.
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Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20% is common for good service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up or tip 10-15% for taxis, and tip hotel staff and valet.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aurora, IL 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.

Most Aurora, IL to Los Angeles, CA trains use the Naperville Station to Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Aurora, IL and Los Angeles, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Traxx Restaurant, Union Station Cafe, Philippe The Original
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown, Miyako Hotel Los Angeles, Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza.
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