The cheapest and fastest trains from Chula Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chula Vista, CA 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 Chula Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 31 trains that leave Chula Vista, CA for Los Angeles, CA on Fri, Apr 03, 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Apr 03 the direct trains cover the 190 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
On Fri, Apr 03 the slowest trains will take 2 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
761 Pacific Surfliner4:10 AM2h47Old Town Station, San Diego, CA6:57 AMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$401One-way0 transfers
785 Pacific Surfliner4:10 PM2h47Old Town Station, San Diego, CA6:57 PMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$401One-way0 transfers
573 Pacific Surfliner10:10 AM2h47Old Town Station, San Diego, CA12:57 PMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$401One-way0 transfers
769 Pacific Surfliner8:10 AM2h47Old Town Station, San Diego, CA10:57 AMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$401One-way0 transfers
777 Pacific Surfliner12:10 PM2h47Old Town Station, San Diego, CA2:57 PMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$401One-way0 transfers
761 Pacific Surfliner4:10 AM2h47Old Town Station, San Diego, CA6:57 AMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$401One-way0 transfers
785 Pacific Surfliner4:10 PM2h47Old Town Station, San Diego, CA6:57 PMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$401One-way0 transfers
573 Pacific Surfliner10:10 AM2h47Old Town Station, San Diego, CA12:57 PMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$401One-way0 transfers
769 Pacific Surfliner8:10 AM2h47Old Town Station, San Diego, CA10:57 AMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$401One-way0 transfers
777 Pacific Surfliner12:10 PM2h47Old Town Station, San Diego, CA2:57 PMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Chula Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chula Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $137.
Distance: 118 miles (190 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$39 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $297 Average price |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 2m Average total duration 10h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chula Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Chula Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Thursday, April 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:10 PM Chula Vista, CA | 2h47 | 10:57 PM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:10 PM Chula Vista, CA | 2h47 | 11:57 PM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:10 PM Chula Vista, CA | 2h47 | 12:57 AM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chula Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Chula Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 118 miles (190 km) distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 118 miles (190 km) |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 23 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 3:50 AM |
Last train 10:10 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Chula Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Chula Vista, CA and Los Angeles, CA from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Chula Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chula Vista, 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
Popular train stations from Chula Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA
- 4:30 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Vignes Street and Cesar Chavez Avenue.
- Traxx Restaurant
- Union Station Cafe
- Philippe The Original
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $1
- DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown
- Miyako Hotel Los Angeles
- Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
- Cost $10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metrolink
- Hall 2: Metro Rail connections
- Hall 3: Bus terminal
- Metro: Red Line, Purple Line, Gold Line
- Bus: Several lines available including DASH and Metro Bus
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Orange Line
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station is a single-level facility with platforms for Metrolink and Amtrak services.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metrolink: Ventura County Line
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