The cheapest and fastest trains from Pismo Beach, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
4 h 54 m
Average duration
4 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pismo Beach, 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 Pismo Beach, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 1 trains that leave Pismo Beach, CA for Los Angeles, CA on Thu, Feb 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 26 the direct trains cover the 251 km distance in an average of 4 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 54 m .
On Thu, Feb 26 the slowest trains will take 4 h 54 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 Pismo Beach, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pismo Beach, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $376.
Distance: 155 miles (251 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$47 Average price Cheapest | $76 Average price | $425 Average price |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 4m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Pismo Beach, CA to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Pismo Beach, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains for tomorrow, Thursday, February 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:31 PM Pismo Beach, CA | 4h54 | 7:25 PM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pismo Beach, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Pismo Beach, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 20 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) but you can travel from only $44 (€35) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 19:59. The fastest train covers the 155 miles (251 km) distance in 4h 54m.
Distance 155 miles (251 km) |
Average train duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 4h 54m |
First train 03:45 |
Last train 19:59 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Pismo Beach, CA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Pismo Beach, CA and Los Angeles, CA from $44 (€35). 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 Pismo Beach, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pismo Beach, 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 Pismo Beach, 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
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