The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to South San Francisco, CA
Cheapest price on Sep 17
kr499
Average ticket price on Sep 17
kr545
Fastest journey on Sep 17
9 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
10 h 11 m
Trains on Sep 17
2
Distance
549 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to South San Francisco, 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 South San Francisco, CA will cost around kr545 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr499.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 2 trains from Los Angeles, CA to South San Francisco, CA, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 549 km distance in an average of 10 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 35 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 10 h 47 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.
4:13 PM10h47Los Angeles, CA3:00 AMSouth San Francisco, CAkr4991One-way0 transfers
8:55 PM9h35Los Angeles, CA6:30 AMSouth San Francisco, CAkr5901One-way0 transfers
8:55 PM9h35Los Angeles, CA6:30 AMSouth San Francisco, CAkr5901One-way0 transfers
4:13 PM10h47Los Angeles, CA3:00 AMSouth San Francisco, CAkr4991One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Los Angeles, CA to South San Francisco, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to South San Francisco, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of kr555 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of kr555, while a flight costs an average of kr4525.
Distance: 341 miles (549 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
kr555 Average price Cheapest | kr4525 Average price | kr690 Average price |
12h 12m Average total duration 11h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration Fastest 4h 11m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 43m Average total duration 9h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to South San Francisco, CA:
A train is kr135 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Los Angeles, CA to South San Francisco, CA costing on average kr690.
A train is kr3970 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to South San Francisco, CA costing on average kr4525.
Other travel options to South San Francisco, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 13m.
Train takes on average 11h 42m.
Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to South San Francisco, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to South San Francisco, CA trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:13 PM Los Angeles, CA | 10h47 | 3:00 AM South San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to South San Francisco, CA
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to South San Francisco, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr544 but you can travel from only kr316 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 341 miles (549 km) distance in 11h 40m.
Distance 341 miles (549 km) |
Average train duration 11h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price kr544 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 11h 40m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to South San Francisco, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and South San Francisco, CA from kr316. 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 South San Francisco, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to South San Francisco, 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 South San Francisco, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Los Angeles, CA to South San Francisco, CA
Most Los Angeles, CA to South San Francisco, CA trains use the Union Station to Emeryville Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Los Angeles, CA and South San Francisco, 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 South San Francisco, 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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