The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to Vista, CA
Cheapest price on Oct 02
$31
Average ticket price on Oct 02
$31
Fastest journey on Oct 02
1 h 57 m
Average journey duration on Oct 02
1 h 57 m
Trains on Oct 02
1
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Vista, 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 Vista, CA will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
On Fri, Oct 02, we found 1 trains from Los Angeles, CA to Vista, CA, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 02 the direct trains cover the 133 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .
On Fri, Oct 02 the slowest trains will take 1 h 57 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.
11:10 PM1h57Los Angeles, CA1:07 AMVista, CA$311One-way0 transfers
11:10 PM1h57Los Angeles, CA1:07 AMVista, CA$311One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Vista, CA
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Vista, CA run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:57. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (133 km) distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 82 miles (133 km) |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 10:57 PM |
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Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to Vista, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and Vista, CA from $29 (€24). 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 Vista, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Vista, 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 Vista, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Los Angeles, CA to Vista, CA
Most Los Angeles, CA to Vista, CA trains use the Union Station to Oceanside Transportation Center station pair. Use this guide to compare Los Angeles, CA and Vista, 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 Vista, 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.
Most popular train connections from Los Angeles, CA
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