The cheapest and fastest trains from San Marcos, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h
Trains per day
26
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Marcos, 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 Marcos, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 26 trains that leave San Marcos, CA for Los Angeles, CA on Sat, Apr 04, 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Apr 04 the direct trains cover the 142 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
On Sat, Apr 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 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.
579 Pacific Surfliner1:57 PM2h00Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA3:57 PMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$321One-way0 transfers
777 Pacific Surfliner12:57 PM2h00Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA2:57 PMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$321One-way0 transfers
769 Pacific Surfliner8:57 AM2h00Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA10:57 AMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$321One-way0 transfers
593 Pacific Surfliner8:57 PM2h00Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA10:57 PMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$321One-way0 transfers
765 Pacific Surfliner6:57 AM2h00Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA8:57 AMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$321One-way0 transfers
579 Pacific Surfliner1:57 PM2h00Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA3:57 PMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$321One-way0 transfers
777 Pacific Surfliner12:57 PM2h00Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA2:57 PMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$321One-way0 transfers
769 Pacific Surfliner8:57 AM2h00Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA10:57 AMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$321One-way0 transfers
593 Pacific Surfliner8:57 PM2h00Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA10:57 PMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$321One-way0 transfers
765 Pacific Surfliner6:57 AM2h00Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA8:57 AMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for San Marcos, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Marcos, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 88 miles (142 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$31 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Marcos, CA to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Marcos, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Friday, April 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:57 AM San Marcos, CA | 2h00 | 5:57 AM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Marcos, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from San Marcos, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (142 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 88 miles (142 km) |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 10:10 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Marcos, CA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Marcos, CA and Los Angeles, CA from $17 (€14). 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 Marcos, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Marcos, 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 Marcos, 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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