The cheapest and fastest trains from Richmond, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$84
Average price
$85
Fastest journey
8 h 19 m
Average duration
8 h 29 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
568 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Richmond, 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 Richmond, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
Of the 2 trains that leave Richmond, CA for Los Angeles, CA on Fri, May 08, 2 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 568 km distance in an average of 8 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 19 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 8 h 38 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.
2:06 AM8h19Richmond, CA10:25 AMLos Angeles, CA$841One-way0 transfers
8:37 PM8h38Richmond, CA5:15 AMLos Angeles, CA$861One-way0 transfers
2:06 AM8h19Richmond, CA10:25 AMLos Angeles, CA$841One-way0 transfers
8:37 PM8h38Richmond, CA5:15 AMLos Angeles, CA$861One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Richmond, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Richmond, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $76. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $76, and a flight costs an average of $64.
Distance: 352 miles (568 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$87 Average price Cheapest | $100 Average price | $179 Average price | $80 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 49m Average total duration 9h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 17m Average total duration 9h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Richmond, CA to Los Angeles, CA:
A train is $13 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Richmond, CA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $100 (€80).
A train is $92 (€73) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Richmond, CA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $179 (€143).
Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 19m.
Bus takes on average 9h 47m.
Tickets start at around $87 (€69) compared to roughly $80 (€64) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-7.26 (€-5.79). The journey takes 9h 19m versus 5h 44m 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
Richmond, CA to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:37 PM Richmond, CA | 8h38 | 5:15 AM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
![]() | 2:06 AM Richmond, CA | 8h19 | 10:25 AM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Richmond, CA to Los Angeles, CA by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Richmond, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Richmond, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 9h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€61) but you can travel from only $64 (€51) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 352 miles (568 km) distance in 8h 19m.
Distance 352 miles (568 km) |
Average train duration 9h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€61) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 8h 19m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Richmond, CA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Richmond, CA and Los Angeles, CA from $64 (€51). 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 Richmond, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, 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 Richmond, CA to Los Angeles, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Hall 1: Main entrance, BART platforms
- Hall 2: Amtrak platforms
- BART: Richmond Line
- Amtrak: Capitol Corridor
- 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 - 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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