The cheapest and fastest trains from Fort Worth, TX to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$285
Average price
$342
Fastest journey
1 d 16 h 32 m
Average duration
1 d 23 h 35 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
1945 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fort Worth, TX 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 Fort Worth, TX to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $342 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $285.
It's difficult to get from Fort Worth, TX to Los Angeles, CA without transferring at least once.
21 Texas Eagle · 421 Texas Eagle
822 Heartland Flyer · 8904 AMTRAK · 3 Southwest Chief
21 Texas Eagle · 1 Sunset Limited
22 Texas Eagle · 319 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner · 3 Southwest Chief
822 Heartland Flyer · 8904 AMTRAK · 3 Southwest Chief
21 Texas Eagle · 421 Texas Eagle
21 Texas Eagle · 1 Sunset Limited
22 Texas Eagle · 319 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner · 3 Southwest ChiefTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Fort Worth, TX to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fort Worth, TX to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $114. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $114, and a train costs an average of $171.
Distance: 1208 miles (1945 km)
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$365 Average price | $199 Average price Cheapest | $225 Average price |
42h 0m Average total duration 41h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 33h 38m Average total duration 33h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Fort Worth, TX to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Fort Worth, TX to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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822 Heartland Flyer · 8904 AMTRAK · 3 Southwest Chief | 10:25 PM Fort Worth Central Station, Fort Worth, TX | 40h32 | 2:57 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fort Worth, TX to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Fort Worth, TX to Los Angeles, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 41h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $171 (€140) but you can travel from only $62 (€51) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 14:02, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 1208 miles (1945 km) distance in 40h 32m.
Distance 1208 miles (1945 km) |
Average train duration 41h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $171 (€140) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 40h 32m |
First train 14:02 |
Last train 22:00 |
Cheapest month Sep |
Cheapest day Mon |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Thu |
Least busy day Thu |
Best day to book ahead 70 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fort Worth, TX to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fort Worth, TX and Los Angeles, CA from $62 (€51). 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 Fort Worth, TX to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort Worth, TX 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 Fort Worth, TX to Los Angeles, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Jones Street.
- Reata Restaurant
- Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Ashton Hotel
- Omni Fort Worth Hotel
- Sheraton Fort Worth Downtown Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Dallas and DFW Airport
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Trinity Railway Express, TEXRail
- Amtrak services
- 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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