The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to Dana Point, CA
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
1 h 14 m
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Dana Point, 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 Dana Point, CA will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 2 trains that leave Los Angeles, CA for Dana Point, CA on Sun, May 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct trains cover the 82 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 14 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.
6:10 PM1h14Los Angeles, CA7:24 PMDana Point, CA$241One-way0 transfers
5:10 PM1h14Los Angeles, CA6:24 PMDana Point, CA$241One-way0 transfers
6:10 PM1h14Los Angeles, CA7:24 PMDana Point, CA$241One-way0 transfers
5:10 PM1h14Los Angeles, CA6:24 PMDana Point, CA$241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Los Angeles, CA to Dana Point, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Dana Point, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $54.
Distance: 50 miles (82 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $58 Average price | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to Dana Point, CA:
A train is $35 (€28) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Los Angeles, CA to Dana Point, CA costing on average $58 (€47).
Other travel options to Dana Point, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 36m.
Tickets start at around $24 (€19) compared to roughly $12 (€10) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.31 (€-9.13). The journey takes 1h 27m versus 1h 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 Dana Point, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Dana Point, CA trains for tomorrow, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:10 PM Los Angeles, CA | 1h14 | 6:24 PM Dana Point, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 PM Los Angeles, CA | 1h14 | 7:24 PM Dana Point, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Dana Point, CA
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Dana Point, CA run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 50 miles (82 km) distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 50 miles (82 km) |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 5:34 AM |
Last train 10:34 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to Dana Point, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and Dana Point, CA from $23 (€19). 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 Dana Point, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Dana Point, 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 Dana Point, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Los Angeles, CA to Dana Point, CA
- 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
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