The cheapest and fastest trains from Fairfax, VA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$515
Average price
$1598
Fastest journey
2 d 21 h 56 m
Average duration
3 d 9 h 53 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
3669 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fairfax, VA 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 Fairfax, VA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $1598 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $515.
Of the 2 trains that leave Fairfax, VA for Los Angeles, CA on Mon, Mar 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 3669 km distance in an average of 3 d 9 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 d 21 h 56 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 3 d 21 h 50 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Fairfax, VA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fairfax, VA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $103. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $103, and a train costs an average of $291.
Distance: 2279 miles (3669 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$716 Average price | $291 Average price | $263 Average price Cheapest |
65h 53m Average total duration 65h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 61h 55m Average total duration 61h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration Fastest 5h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Fairfax, VA to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Fairfax, VA to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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156 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 3 Southwest Chief | 5:01 PM Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA | 69h56 | 2:57 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fairfax, VA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Fairfax, VA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 65h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $291 (€236) but you can travel from only $103 (€83) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 17:19, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 2279 miles (3669 km) distance in 69h 56m.
Distance 2279 miles (3669 km) |
Average train duration 65h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $291 (€236) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 69h 56m |
First train 17:19 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fairfax, VA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fairfax, VA and Los Angeles, CA from $103 (€83). 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 Fairfax, VA to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fairfax, VA 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 Fairfax, VA 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
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