The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City, OK
Cheapest price
$329
Average price
$329
Fastest journey
1 d 11 h 59 m
Average duration
1 d 11 h 59 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1897 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City, OK 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 Oklahoma City, OK will cost around $329 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $329.
It's difficult to get from Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City, OK without transferring at least once.
4 Southwest Chief · 8903 AMTRAK5:19 PM35h59Union Station, Los Angeles, CA7:18 AMOklahoma City Station, Oklahoma City, OK$3291One-way1 transfer
4 Southwest Chief · 8903 AMTRAK5:19 PM35h59Union Station, Los Angeles, CA7:18 AMOklahoma City Station, Oklahoma City, OK$3291One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City, OK
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City, OK among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $111. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $111, and a flight costs an average of $174.
Distance: 1178 miles (1897 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$304 Average price | $184 Average price Cheapest | $420 Average price | $270 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
37h 41m Average total duration 37h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30h 1m Average total duration 29h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 12m Average total duration Fastest 5h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 19m 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 Oklahoma City, OK:
A bus is $120 (€97) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City, OK costing on average $304 (€245).
A bus is $236 (€191) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City, OK costing on average $420 (€339).
Other travel options to Oklahoma City, OK take longer:
Bus takes on average 29h 31m.
Train takes on average 37h 11m.
Tickets start at around $304 (€245) compared to roughly $270 (€218) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-34.14 (€-27.53). The journey takes 37h 11m versus 19h 19m 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 Oklahoma City, OK train times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City, OK trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4 Southwest Chief · 8903 AMTRAK | 5:19 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 35h59 | 7:18 AM Oklahoma City Station, Oklahoma City, OK | 1 transfer | |
422 Texas Eagle · 822 Heartland Flyer | 10:00 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 45h27 | 9:27 PM Oklahoma City Station, Oklahoma City, OK | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City, OK
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City, OK run on average 1 times per day, taking around 37h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $189 (€152) but you can travel from only $111 (€89) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:25, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 1178 miles (1897 km) distance in 34h 59m.
Distance 1178 miles (1897 km) |
Average train duration 37h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $189 (€152) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 34h 59m |
First train 8:25 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City, OK trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and Oklahoma City, OK from $111 (€89). 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 Oklahoma City, OK
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City, OK 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 Oklahoma City, OK, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City, OK
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with hourly and daily rates.
- Bricktown Brewery
- Vast
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Courtyard Oklahoma City Downtown
- Sheraton Oklahoma City Downtown Hotel
- The Skirvin Hilton Oklahoma City
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms
- Bus: EMBARK Bus Route 011
- Streetcar: Oklahoma City Streetcar
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