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Compare bus, train, and flight for Los Angeles, CA to Poway, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Poway, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $35, and a flight costs an average of $160.
Distance: 102 miles (165 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$35 Average price Cheapest | $160 Average price | $41 Average price | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 40m Average total duration 12h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m 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 Poway, CA:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Los Angeles, CA to Poway, CA costing on average $41 (€34).
A train is $125 (€103) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Poway, CA costing on average $160 (€132).
Other travel options to Poway, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 15m.
Flight takes on average 12h 40m.
Tickets start at around $35 (€29) compared to roughly $23 (€19) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.57 (€-9.52). The journey takes 2h 11m versus 2h 1m 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 Poway, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Poway, CA trains for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
562 Pacific Surfliner | 6:10 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h09 | 8:19 AM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
562 Pacific Surfliner | 6:10 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h54 | 9:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
562 Pacific Surfliner | 6:10 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h39 | 8:49 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
564 Pacific Surfliner | 7:10 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h12 | 9:22 AM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
564 Pacific Surfliner | 7:10 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 10:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
564 Pacific Surfliner | 7:10 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h42 | 9:52 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
566 Pacific Surfliner | 8:10 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h12 | 10:22 AM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
566 Pacific Surfliner | 8:10 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 11:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
566 Pacific Surfliner | 8:10 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h42 | 10:52 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | |
14 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 9:51 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 14h28 | 12:19 AM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 1 transfer | |
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 | |
770 Pacific Surfliner | 10:10 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h12 | 12:22 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | 2h12 | 1:22 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, 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 | 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 | 2h12 | 2:22 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, 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 | 2h42 | 5:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 3:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h12 | 5:22 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, 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 | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 4:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h42 | 6:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 4:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h12 | 6:22 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, 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 | |
584 Pacific Surfliner | 5:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h12 | 7:22 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, 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 | |
584 Pacific Surfliner | 5:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h42 | 7:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
786 Pacific Surfliner | 6:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h12 | 8:22 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, 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 | |
786 Pacific Surfliner | 6:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h42 | 8:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Poway, CA
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Poway, CA run on average 35 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:01, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 102 miles (165 km) distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 102 miles (165 km) |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 35 |
Direct trains 32 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 4:01 AM |
Last train 10:10 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to Poway, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and Poway, CA from $35 (€29). 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 Poway, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Poway, 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 Poway, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Los Angeles, CA to Poway, CA
Most Los Angeles, CA to Poway, CA trains use the Union Station to Solana Beach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Los Angeles, CA and Poway, 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 Poway, 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.
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