The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to Flagstaff, AZ
Cheapest price
$170
Average price
$170
Fastest journey
12 h 32 m
Average duration
12 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
616 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Flagstaff, AZ 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 Flagstaff, AZ will cost around $170 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $170.
Of the 1 trains that leave Los Angeles, CA for Flagstaff, AZ on Wed, Dec 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 616 km distance in an average of 12 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 32 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 12 h 32 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Los Angeles, CA to Flagstaff, AZ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Flagstaff, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €54. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €54, and a train costs an average of €137.
Distance: 382 miles (616 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€137 Average price | €54 Average price Cheapest |
10h 55m Average total duration Fastest 10h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 15m Average total duration 10h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to Flagstaff, AZ train times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Flagstaff, AZ trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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4 Southwest Chief | 1:19 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 10h32 | 11:51 AM Flagstaff Amtrak, Flagstaff, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Flagstaff, AZ
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Flagstaff, AZ run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $172 (€137) but you can travel from only $68 (€54) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 10:52, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 382 miles (616 km) distance in 12h 32m.
Distance 382 miles (616 km) |
Average train duration 10h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $172 (€137) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 12h 32m |
First train 10:52 |
Last train 21:15 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to Flagstaff, AZ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and Flagstaff, AZ from $68 (€54). 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 Flagstaff, AZ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Flagstaff, AZ 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 Flagstaff, AZ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Los Angeles, CA to Flagstaff, AZ
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station is a single-level facility with platforms for Metrolink and Amtrak services.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metrolink: Ventura County Line
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Orange Line
- 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday
- Closed on weekends
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, with access from Route 66.
- Beaver Street Brewery
- Pizzicletta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Hotel Monte Vista
- Drury Inn & Suites Flagstaff
- Residence Inn by Marriott Flagstaff
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is a historic Santa Fe train depot, housing the Flagstaff Visitor Center.
- Bus: Mountain Line Route 10
- Shuttle services available
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