The cheapest and fastest trains from San Carlos, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$157
Average price
$157
Fastest journey
11 h 38 m
Average duration
11 h 38 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
528 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Carlos, 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 San Carlos, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $157 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $157.
It's difficult to get from San Carlos, CA to Los Angeles, CA without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Carlos, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Carlos, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $100. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $100, and a flight costs an average of $175.
Distance: 328 miles (528 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$157 Average price | $100 Average price Cheapest | $175 Average price |
12h 8m Average total duration 11h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Carlos, CA to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Carlos, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:33 AM San Carlos, CA | 11h38 | 9:11 PM Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Carlos, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from San Carlos, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $157 (€125) but you can travel from only $100 (€80) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 19:13. The fastest train covers the 328 miles (528 km) distance in 11h 37m.
Distance 328 miles (528 km) |
Average train duration 11h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $157 (€125) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 11h 37m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 19:13 |
Train companies: Caltrain from San Carlos, CA to Los Angeles, CA trainsCaltrain trains will get you between San Carlos, CA and Los Angeles, CA from $100 (€80). 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 San Carlos, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Carlos, 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 San Carlos, 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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