The cheapest and fastest trains from Escondido, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Escondido, 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 Escondido, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 1 trains that leave Escondido, CA for Los Angeles, CA on Wed, Mar 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 25 the direct trains cover the 149 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
On Wed, Mar 25 the slowest trains will take 2 h 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Escondido, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Escondido, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 92 miles (149 km)
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$31 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest |
2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Escondido, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Escondido, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 92 miles (149 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 92 miles (149 km) |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 22:10 |
Cheapest month Jan |
Cheapest day Sun |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Busiest day Mon |
Least busy day Wed |
Best day to book ahead 7 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Escondido, CA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Escondido, CA and Los Angeles, CA from $16 (€13). 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 Escondido, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Escondido, 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 Escondido, 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 - 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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