The cheapest and fastest trains from Olympia, WA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$172
Average price
$172
Fastest journey
1 d 9 h 47 m
Average duration
1 d 9 h 47 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1496 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Olympia, WA to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Olympia, WA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $172 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $172.
Of the 1 trains that leave Olympia, WA for Los Angeles, CA on Mon, Mar 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 1496 km distance in an average of 1 d 9 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 9 h 47 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 1 d 9 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Olympia, WA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Olympia, WA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $133. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $133, and a bus costs an average of $137.
Distance: 929 miles (1496 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$245 Average price Cheapest | $289 Average price | $267 Average price |
33h 35m Average total duration 33h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27h 20m Average total duration 26h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration Fastest 4h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Olympia, WA to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Olympia, WA to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:24 PM Olympia, WA | 31h51 | 3:15 AM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Olympia, WA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Olympia, WA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 33h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $133 (€108) but you can travel from only $107 (€87) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:13, the last at 13:15. The fastest train covers the 929 miles (1496 km) distance in 29h 31m.
Distance 929 miles (1496 km) |
Average train duration 33h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $133 (€108) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 29h 31m |
First train 07:13 |
Last train 13:15 |
Cheapest month Jun |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Best day to book ahead 28 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Olympia, WA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Olympia, WA and Los Angeles, CA from $107 (€87). 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 Olympia, WA to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Olympia, WA to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Olympia, WA to Los Angeles, CA
- 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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