The cheapest and fastest trains from Princeton, NJ to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$805
Average price
$805
Fastest journey
2 d 18 h 11 m
Average duration
2 d 18 h 11 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
3883 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Princeton, NJ 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 Princeton, NJ to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $805 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $805.
It's difficult to get from Princeton, NJ to Los Angeles, CA without transferring at least 3 times.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Princeton, NJ to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Princeton, NJ to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €651. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 63h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €651, and a bus costs an average of €885.
Distance: 2412 miles (3883 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€651 Average price Cheapest | €885 Average price |
66h 36m Average total duration 66h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 63h 49m Average total duration Fastest 63h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Princeton, NJ to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Princeton, NJ to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:46 PM Princeton, NJ | 66h11 | 7:57 AM Los Angeles, CA | 3 transfers | |
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Why should you book Princeton to Los Angeles trains with Omio?
NJ Transit operates all train services from Princeton to Los Angeles. Omio is the only official third party seller for NJ Transit tickets.
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- Official reseller: NJ Transit tickets can only be bought on Omio or NJ Transit's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for NJ Transit tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell NJ Transit tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Princeton to Los Angeles.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Princeton, NJ to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Princeton, NJ to Los Angeles, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 66h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $814 (€651) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 13:46, the last at 14:00. The fastest train covers the 2412 miles (3883 km) distance in 65h 57m.
Distance 2412 miles (3883 km) |
Average train duration 66h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $814 (€651) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 65h 57m |
First train 13:46 |
Last train 14:00 |
Train companies: NJ Transit from Princeton, NJ to Los Angeles, CA trainsNJ Transit trains will get you between Princeton, NJ and Los Angeles, CA from $814 (€651). 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 Princeton, NJ to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Princeton, NJ 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 Princeton, NJ 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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