The cheapest and fastest trains from Paso Robles, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
6 h 47 m
Average duration
8 h
Trains per day
3
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paso Robles, CA 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 Paso Robles, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 3 trains that leave Paso Robles, CA for Los Angeles, CA on Fri, May 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 284 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 47 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 10 h 23 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.
9:57 PM10h23Paso Robles, CA8:20 AMLos Angeles, CA$751One-way0 transfers
10:55 PM6h51Paso Robles, CA5:46 AMLos Angeles, CA$841One-way0 transfers
11:05 PM6h47Paso Robles, CA5:52 AMLos Angeles, CA$851One-way0 transfers
11:05 PM6h47Paso Robles, CA5:52 AMLos Angeles, CA$851One-way0 transfers
10:55 PM6h51Paso Robles, CA5:46 AMLos Angeles, CA$841One-way0 transfers
9:57 PM10h23Paso Robles, CA8:20 AMLos Angeles, CA$751One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Paso Robles, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paso Robles, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $79. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $79, and a flight costs an average of $286.
Distance: 176 miles (284 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$82 Average price | $407 Average price | $81 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 39m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 27m Average total duration Fastest 5h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paso Robles, CA to Los Angeles, CA:
A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paso Robles, CA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $82 (€66).
A bus is $326 (€261) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paso Robles, CA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $407 (€325).
Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 14m.
Train takes on average 7h 9m.
Tickets start at around $82 (€66) compared to roughly $43 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-39.29 (€-31.40). The journey takes 7h 9m versus 3h 30m 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
Paso Robles, CA to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Paso Robles, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11 Coast Starlight | 1:57 PM Paso Robles Intermodal Station, Paso Robles, CA | 7h14 | 9:11 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 2:55 PM Paso Robles Intermodal Station, Paso Robles, CA | 6h51 | 9:46 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paso Robles, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Paso Robles, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€49) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:15, the last at 19:59. The fastest train covers the 176 miles (284 km) distance in 6h 47m.
Distance 176 miles (284 km) |
Average train duration 7h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€49) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 47m |
First train 3:15 AM |
Last train 7:59 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Paso Robles, CA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Paso Robles, CA and Los Angeles, CA from $61 (€49). 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 Paso Robles, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paso Robles, CA 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 Paso Robles, CA 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Orange Line
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station is a single-level facility with platforms for Metrolink and Amtrak services.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metrolink: Ventura County Line
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