Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA train

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Cheap train tickets from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA

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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Amtrak
03:55PM12h16
Santa Cruz, CA
04:11AMLos Angeles, CA
$1531One-way
0 transfers

Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, October 14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Amtrak03:55PM Santa Cruz, CA12h16 04:11AM Los Angeles, CA0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA?

The best time to book your train from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA is 35 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA.

Fastest train times from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA

Showing times and prices for Oct 14

Fastest Journey

12 h 16 m

Average

12 h 16 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

472 km

Of the 1 trains that leave Santa Cruz, CA for Los Angeles, CA every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Amtrak
03:55PM12h16
Santa Cruz, CA
04:11AMLos Angeles, CA
$1531One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA

distanceDistance293 miles (472 km)
durationAverage train duration12 h 16 min
priceAverage train ticket price$136 (€117)
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain providersAmtrak

Trains from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA cover the 293 miles (472 km) long route taking on average 12 h 16 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $82 (€70), but the average price of train tickets is $136 (€117).

Train providers: Amtrak from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains

Buy your official Amtrak train tickets between Santa Cruz, CA and Los Angeles, CA from $84 (€72) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable route.

Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.

Train information from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 12 h 16 min
  • Cheapest Price: $84

FAQs: Trains from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA.
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Cheap train tickets from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA can start from as little as $82 (€70) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA is $136 (€117); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA is 12 h 16 min   to travel the 293 mile (472 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The first train from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA leaves at 2: 55 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA leaves at 8: 47 PM.
Take the Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip to Los Angeles, CA from Santa Cruz, CA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 47 PM.
The cheapest month to travel from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA by train is February.
You have options as you can travel to Los Angeles, CA from Santa Cruz, CA 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.

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