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The Getty Center
Major hilltop art museum with European paintings, decorative arts, gardens, and panoramic city views.










Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
36m
Average duration
37m
Trains per day
13
Distance
35 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fullerton, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a bus costs an average of $31.
Distance: 22 miles (36 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $39 Average price | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fullerton, CA to Los Angeles, CA:
A train is $24 (€19) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Fullerton, CA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $39 (€32).
Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 9m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (37m by train vs 41m by car). Tickets start at around $15 (€13) compared to roughly $6 (€5) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak, Metrolink Trains.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Fullerton, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
761 Pacific Surfliner | 6:18 AM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0h39 | 6:57 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
765 Pacific Surfliner | 8:21 AM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0h36 | 8:57 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
567 Pacific Surfliner | 9:21 AM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0h36 | 9:57 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
769 Pacific Surfliner | 10:21 AM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0h36 | 10:57 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
573 Pacific Surfliner | 12:21 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0h36 | 12:57 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
777 Pacific Surfliner | 2:21 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0h36 | 2:57 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
579 Pacific Surfliner | 3:21 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0h36 | 3:57 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
581 Pacific Surfliner | 4:21 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0h36 | 4:57 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
785 Pacific Surfliner | 6:21 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0h36 | 6:57 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Fullerton, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (36 km) distance in 36m.
Distance 22 miles (36 km) |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 11:18 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 6 days |
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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.
A Los Angeles classic of thinly sliced roast beef on a roll, usually served with savory jus for dipping. It is one of the city’s most iconic old-school sandwiches.
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.
Grilled marinated meats cooked at the table, commonly enjoyed with banchan in Koreatown. Los Angeles is especially famous for its vibrant Korean barbecue culture.
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.
Los Angeles is costly for visitors, especially lodging, parking, and dining. Casual food is manageable, but transport and attractions add up quickly.
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 Fullerton, 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.

Most Fullerton, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains use the Fullerton Station to Union Station station pair, with some services arriving at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station. Use this guide to compare Fullerton, CA and Los Angeles, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Fullerton Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Old Spaghetti Factory, Heroes Bar & Grill
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Fullerton Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Fullerton Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fullerton Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fullerton Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fullerton Station.
Nearby hotels include Fullerton Marriott at California State University, The Hotel Fullerton Anaheim, Holiday Inn Express Fullerton.
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.
Van Nuys, Metrolink Station is 25 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Van Nuys, Metrolink Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Ticket office support is available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station.
Chatsworth Station is 39 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Chatsworth Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Chatsworth Station.
Ticket office support is available at Chatsworth Station. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Chatsworth Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chatsworth Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chatsworth Station: Ramps, restrooms.
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