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The cheapest and fastest trains from Isla Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA

Showing times and prices for Jun 24

Cheapest price

$36

Average price

$36

Fastest journey

3 h 12 m

Average duration

3 h 12 m

Trains per day

Distance

154 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Isla 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 Isla Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Isla Vista, CA for Los Angeles, CA on Tue, Jun 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jun 24 the direct trains cover the 154 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .

On Tue, Jun 24 the slowest trains will take 3 h 12 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.

04:31PM3h12

Isla Vista, CA

07:43PMLos Angeles, CA

$361One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Isla Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Isla Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 41m.

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Train	Most popular Bus
€31 Average price Cheapest	€32 Average price
3h 44m Average duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 11m Average duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Direct Options	Direct Options

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Isla Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA

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Trains from Isla Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€30) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $23 (€19)

Distance

95 miles (154 km)

Average train duration

3h 14m

Cheapest ticket price

$36 (€30)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

3h 7m

First train

06:00

Last train

19:26

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $23 (€19)

Train providers: Amtrak from Isla Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains

Travel to Los Angeles, CA from Isla Vista, CA from $38 (€31) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable journey for you.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Train information from Isla Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 3 h 17 min
Cheapest Price: $38
Amtrak frequency: 6 a day

FAQs: Trains from Isla Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from Isla Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Isla Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA.

Cheap train tickets from Isla Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA can start from as little as $36 (€30) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Isla Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA is $37 (€30); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Isla Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA train travel time is 3 h 7 min for the 95 mile (154 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Isla Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA leaves at 6: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Isla Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA leaves at 7: 26 PM.

There are 7 trains a day from Isla Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Isla Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Isla Vista, CA and Los Angeles, CA to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 26 PM.

A trip to Los Angeles, CA from Isla Vista, CA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 7 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Isla Vista, CA to Los Angeles, CA by train is September.

You have options as you can travel between Isla Vista, CA and Los Angeles, CA 2 different ways: bus or train.