The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, MO
Cheapest price
$267
Average price
$267
Fastest journey
1 d 17 h 44 m
Average duration
1 d 17 h 44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
2481 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, MO 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 Washington, MO will cost around $267 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $267.
Of the 1 trains that leave Los Angeles, CA for Washington, MO on Sat, Jun 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 06 the direct trains cover the 2481 km distance in an average of 1 d 17 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 17 h 44 m .
On Sat, Jun 06 the slowest trains will take 1 d 17 h 44 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.
12:19 AM41h44Los Angeles, CA6:03 PMWashington, MO$2671One-way0 transfers
12:19 AM41h44Los Angeles, CA6:03 PMWashington, MO$2671One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Los Angeles, CA to Washington, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $253. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 10h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $253, and a train costs an average of $225.
Distance: 1541 miles (2481 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$614 Average price | $272 Average price Cheapest | $294 Average price | $365 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
41h 59m Average total duration 41h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49h 50m Average total duration 49h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 44m Average total duration Fastest 10h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 26h 2m 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 Washington, MO:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, MO costing on average $294 (€237).
A bus is $342 (€275) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, MO costing on average $614 (€494).
Other travel options to Washington, MO take longer:
Train takes on average 41h 29m.
Bus takes on average 49h 20m.
Tickets start at around $614 (€494) compared to roughly $365 (€294) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-248.41 (€-200.00). The journey takes 41h 29m versus 26h 2m 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 Washington, MO train times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Washington, MO trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:19 PM Los Angeles, CA | 43h44 | 1:03 PM Washington, MO | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
![]() | 12:19 AM Los Angeles, CA | 41h44 | 6:03 PM Washington, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, MO
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, MO run on average 2 times per day, taking around 41h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $225 (€181) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 16:17, the last at 16:17. The fastest train covers the 1541 miles (2481 km) distance in 40h 44m.
Distance 1541 miles (2481 km) |
Average train duration 41h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $225 (€181) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 40h 44m |
First train 4:17 PM |
Last train 4:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, MO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and Washington, MO from $225 (€181). 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 Washington, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, MO 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 Washington, MO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, MO
- 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
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