The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to Monterey, CA
Cheapest price
$120
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
9 h 14 m
Average duration
9 h 19 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
436 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Monterey, 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 Monterey, CA will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $120.
It's difficult to get from Los Angeles, CA to Monterey, CA without transferring at least once.
14 Coast Starlight · 3614 AMTRAK9:51 AM9h19Union Station, Los Angeles, CA7:10 PMMonterey, CA$1201One-way1 transfer
14 Coast Starlight · 3614 AMTRAK9:51 AM9h14Union Station, Los Angeles, CA7:05 PMMonterey, CA$1251One-way1 transfer
14 Coast Starlight · 3614 AMTRAK9:51 AM9h24Union Station, Los Angeles, CA7:15 PMMonterey, CA$1251One-way1 transfer
14 Coast Starlight · 3614 AMTRAK9:51 AM9h14Union Station, Los Angeles, CA7:05 PMMonterey, CA$1251One-way1 transfer
14 Coast Starlight · 3614 AMTRAK9:51 AM9h19Union Station, Los Angeles, CA7:10 PMMonterey, CA$1201One-way1 transfer
14 Coast Starlight · 3614 AMTRAK9:51 AM9h24Union Station, Los Angeles, CA7:15 PMMonterey, CA$1251One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Los Angeles, CA to Monterey, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Monterey, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $250.
Distance: 270 miles (436 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$199 Average price | $407 Average price | $69 Average price Cheapest | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 29m Average total duration 8h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to Monterey, CA:
A bus is $130 (€105) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Los Angeles, CA to Monterey, CA costing on average $199 (€160).
A bus is $339 (€273) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Monterey, CA costing on average $407 (€329).
Other travel options to Monterey, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 28m.
Train takes on average 8h 59m.
Tickets start at around $199 (€160) compared to roughly $66 (€53) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-132.53 (€-106.93). The journey takes 8h 59m versus 4h 58m 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 Monterey, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Monterey, CA trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
14 Coast Starlight · 3614 AMTRAK | 9:51 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 9h14 | 7:05 PM Monterey, CA | 1 transfer | |
14 Coast Starlight · 3614 AMTRAK | 9:51 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 9h24 | 7:15 PM Monterey, CA | 1 transfer | |
14 Coast Starlight · 3614 AMTRAK | 9:51 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 9h19 | 7:10 PM Monterey, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Monterey, CA
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Monterey, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $87 (€70) but you can travel from only $45 (€36) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 09:51, the last at 11:30. The fastest train covers the 270 miles (436 km) distance in 9h 19m.
Distance 270 miles (436 km) |
Average train duration 8h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€70) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 9h 19m |
First train 9:51 AM |
Last train 11:30 AM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to Monterey, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and Monterey, CA from $45 (€36). 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 Monterey, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Monterey, 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 Monterey, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Los Angeles, CA to Monterey, 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
- 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
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