The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to Chula Vista, CA
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
2 h 39 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Chula Vista, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Chula Vista, CA will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 1 trains that leave Los Angeles, CA for Chula Vista, CA on Thu, Jul 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct trains cover the 190 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 39 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.
1:10 PM2h39Los Angeles, CA3:49 PMChula Vista, CA$381One-way0 transfers
1:10 PM2h39Los Angeles, CA3:49 PMChula Vista, CA$381One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Los Angeles, CA to Chula Vista, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Chula Vista, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $126.
Distance: 118 miles (190 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$39 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $214 Average price | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 28m Average total duration 11h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to Chula Vista, CA:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Los Angeles, CA to Chula Vista, CA costing on average $39 (€32).
A bus is $181 (€149) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Chula Vista, CA costing on average $214 (€177).
Other travel options to Chula Vista, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 49m.
Flight takes on average 11h 28m.
Tickets start at around $39 (€32) compared to roughly $26 (€22) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-12.53 (€-10.32). The journey takes 2h 47m versus 2h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to Chula Vista, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Chula Vista, CA trains for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
770 Pacific Surfliner | 9:29 AM Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 3h38 | 1:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
14 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 9:51 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 15h13 | 1:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 1 transfer | |
14 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 9:51 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 14h59 | 12:50 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1 transfer | |
770 Pacific Surfliner | 10:10 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h42 | 12:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
770 Pacific Surfliner | 10:10 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 1:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
572 Pacific Surfliner | 11:10 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 2:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
572 Pacific Surfliner | 11:10 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h42 | 1:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 11:26 AM Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 3h41 | 3:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 12:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 3:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 12:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h42 | 2:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 3:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 6:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 3:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h42 | 5:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 3:28 PM Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 3h39 | 7:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 4:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 7:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 4:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h42 | 6:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
584 Pacific Surfliner | 5:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h42 | 7:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
584 Pacific Surfliner | 5:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 8:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
786 Pacific Surfliner | 5:34 PM Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 3h33 | 9:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
786 Pacific Surfliner | 6:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h42 | 8:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
786 Pacific Surfliner | 6:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 9:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
588 Pacific Surfliner | 7:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 10:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
588 Pacific Surfliner | 7:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h42 | 9:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 7:20 PM Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 3h47 | 11:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 8:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h41 | 10:51 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 8:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 11:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 9:28 PM Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 3h36 | 1:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 10:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h54 | 1:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 10:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h40 | 12:50 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 2 | |||||
![]() | 1:10 PM Los Angeles, CA | 2h39 | 3:49 PM Chula Vista, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Chula Vista, CA
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Chula Vista, CA run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by bus.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 118 miles (190 km) distance in 2h 39m.
Distance 118 miles (190 km) |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 3:50 AM |
Last train 10:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to Chula Vista, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and Chula Vista, CA from $19 (€16). 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 Chula Vista, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Chula Vista, 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 Chula Vista, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Los Angeles, CA to Chula Vista, CA
Most Los Angeles, CA to Chula Vista, CA trains use the Union Station to Old Town Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Los Angeles, CA and Chula Vista, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Los Angeles, CA station do trains to Chula Vista, CA leave from?
Getting to Union Station from Los Angeles city centre
Union Station train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Traxx Restaurant, Union Station Cafe, Philippe The Original
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown, Miyako Hotel Los Angeles, Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza.
Getting to Van Nuys, Metrolink Station from Los Angeles city centre
Van Nuys, Metrolink Station is 25 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Van Nuys, Metrolink Station train station facilities and services
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.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station.
Getting to Chatsworth Station from Los Angeles city centre
Chatsworth Station is 39 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Chatsworth Station train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Chatsworth Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chatsworth Station. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chatsworth Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chatsworth Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chatsworth Station: Ramps, restrooms.
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