Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA train

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Cheap train tickets from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA

Showing times and prices for Sep 12

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Amtrak
07:13AM10h47
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
06:00PMSan Francisco, CA
$771One-way
1 transfer
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak
12:55PM9h50
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
10:45PMSan Francisco, CA
$781One-way
2 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak
05:10AM9h40
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
02:50PMSan Francisco, CA
$781One-way
2 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak
01:00AM9h45
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
10:45AMSan Francisco, CA
$781One-way
2 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak
05:00AM9h50
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
02:50PMSan Francisco, CA
$781One-way
2 transfers

Train schedule from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 12
Amtrak
01:00AM9h45
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
10:45AMSan Francisco, CA
2 transfers
Amtrak
05:00AM9h50
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
02:50PMSan Francisco, CA
2 transfers
Amtrak
05:10AM9h40
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
02:50PMSan Francisco, CA
2 transfers
Amtrak
07:13AM10h47
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
06:00PMSan Francisco, CA
1 transfer
Amtrak
09:15AM9h40
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
06:55PMSan Francisco, CA
2 transfers
Amtrak
09:25AM9h30
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
06:55PMSan Francisco, CA
2 transfers
Amtrak
09:51AM12h54
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
10:45PMSan Francisco, CA
1 transfer
Amtrak
10:55AM9h55
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
08:50PMSan Francisco, CA
2 transfers
Amtrak
11:05AM9h45
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
08:50PMSan Francisco, CA
2 transfers
Amtrak
12:55PM9h50
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
10:45PMSan Francisco, CA
2 transfers

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA?

The best time to book your train from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA.

Fastest train times from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA

Showing times and prices for Sep 12

Fastest Journey

9 h 30 m

Average

10 h 9 m

Trains per day

10

Distance

559 km

It's difficult to get from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA without transferring at least once.

Fastest
Amtrak
09:25AM9h30
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
06:55PMSan Francisco, CA
$841One-way
2 transfers
2nd Fastest
Amtrak
05:10AM9h40
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
02:50PMSan Francisco, CA
$781One-way
2 transfers
2nd Fastest
Amtrak
09:15AM9h40
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
06:55PMSan Francisco, CA
$841One-way
2 transfers
Amtrak
01:00AM9h45
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
10:45AMSan Francisco, CA
$781One-way
2 transfers
Amtrak
11:05AM9h45
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
08:50PMSan Francisco, CA
$781One-way
2 transfers

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Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA

distanceDistance347 miles (559 km)
durationAverage train duration9 h 40 min
priceAverage train ticket price$77 (€65)
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain providersAmtrak

Trains from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA cover the 347 miles (559 km) long journey taking on average 9 h 40 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $77 (€65), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $69 (€59).

Train providers: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA trains

Find the best trains from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA with Omio's travel partners Amtrak from $60 (€51). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey between Los Angeles, CA and San Francisco, CA.

Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA train information with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 9 h 40 min
  • Cheapest Price: $60

FAQs: Trains from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA can start from as little as $69 (€59) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA is $77 (€65); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA train travel time is 9 h 40 min   for the 347 mile (559 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA leaves at 2: 13 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA leaves at 5: 55 PM.
For the route from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA you can take a train with Amtrak. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services between Los Angeles, CA and San Francisco, CA on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA by train is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA including taking a bus, train or flight.

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