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Cheap train tickets from Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA

Showing times and prices for Oct 07

Cheapest

$694

Average

$772

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

785 Pacific Surfliner

07:13PM94h11

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

08:24PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA

$6941One-way

3 transfers

Cheapest

785 Pacific Surfliner

07:13PM94h19

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

08:32PMSouth Station, Boston, MA

$6941One-way

3 transfers

2nd Cheapest

4 Southwest Chief

05:22PM75h48

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

12:10AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA

$8501One-way

2 transfers

2nd Cheapest

4 Southwest Chief

05:22PM75h53

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

12:15AMSouth Station, Boston, MA

$8501One-way

2 transfers

Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, October 7

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Amtrak 4 Southwest Chief	05:22PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	75h48	12:10AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	2 transfers
Amtrak 4 Southwest Chief	05:22PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	75h53	12:15AM South Station, Boston, MA	2 transfers
Amtrak 785 Pacific Surfliner	07:13PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	94h11	08:24PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3 transfers
Amtrak 785 Pacific Surfliner	07:13PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	94h19	08:32PM South Station, Boston, MA	3 transfers
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Fastest train times from Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA

Showing times and prices for Oct 07

Fastest Journey

3 d 3 h 48 m

Average

3 d 13 h 2 m

Trains per day

Distance

4170 km

It's difficult to get from Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA without transferring at least 2 times.

Fastest

4 Southwest Chief

05:22PM75h48

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

12:10AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA

$8501One-way

2 transfers

2nd Fastest

4 Southwest Chief

05:22PM75h53

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

12:15AMSouth Station, Boston, MA

$8501One-way

2 transfers

785 Pacific Surfliner

07:13PM94h11

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

08:24PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA

$6941One-way

3 transfers

785 Pacific Surfliner

07:13PM94h19

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

08:32PMSouth Station, Boston, MA

$6941One-way

3 transfers

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Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA

Distance	2585 miles (4169 km)
Average train duration	71 h 37 min
Average train ticket price	$946 (€810)
Train frequency	1 a day
Direct train	No
Train companies	Amtrak

Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA cover the 2585 miles (4169 km) long journey taking on average 71 h 37 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. Normally, there is 1 train operating per day. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $303 (€259), but the average price of train tickets is $946 (€810).

Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA trains

You can travel by train between Los Angeles, CA and Boston, MA with Amtrak for as low as $307 (€262). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains to Boston, MA from Los Angeles, CA, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.

Train information from Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 71 h 29 min
Cheapest Price: $307

FAQs: Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA

FAQs: Travel by train from Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA 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 Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA.

Cheap train tickets from Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA can start from as little as $303 (€259) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA is $946 (€810); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA train time is 71 h 37 min covering the 2585 mile (4169 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The train from Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA leaves at 5: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

There is 1 train a day from Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the journey from Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA you can take a train with Amtrak. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between Los Angeles, CA and Boston, MA on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

The cheapest month for a train from Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA is February.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Boston, MA from Los Angeles, CA including taking a train, bus or flight.