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Compare bus, train, and flight for Los Angeles, CA to Boulder, CO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Boulder, CO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $59, and a train costs an average of $186.
Distance: 824 miles (1327 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$290 Average price | $152 Average price Cheapest | $273 Average price |
43h 44m Average total duration 43h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration Fastest 4h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 11m Average total duration 26h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to Boulder, CO:
A flight is $121 (€98) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Los Angeles, CA to Boulder, CO costing on average $273 (€220).
A flight is $138 (€112) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Los Angeles, CA to Boulder, CO costing on average $290 (€234).
Other travel options to Boulder, CO take longer:
Bus takes on average 26h 41m.
Train takes on average 43h 14m.
Compare prices and tickets Los Angeles, CA to Boulder, CO by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Boulder, CO
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Boulder, CO run on average 2 times per day, taking around 43h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $186 (€150) but you can travel from only $59 (€48) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 08:46, the last at 19:26. The fastest train covers the 824 miles (1327 km) distance in 46h 1m.
Distance 824 miles (1327 km) |
Average train duration 43h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $186 (€150) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 46h 1m |
First train 8:46 AM |
Last train 7:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to Boulder, CO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and Boulder, CO from $59 (€48). 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 Los Angeles, CA to Boulder, CO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Boulder, CO 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 Boulder, CO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Los Angeles, CA to Boulder, CO
- 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
Most popular train connections from Los Angeles, CA
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