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Compare bus, train, and flight for Scranton, PA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Scranton, PA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $308. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 10h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $308, and a train costs an average of $539.
Distance: 2356 miles (3793 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$539 Average price | $308 Average price Cheapest | $420 Average price |
67h 39m Average total duration 67h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 65h 20m Average total duration 64h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 17m Average total duration Fastest 10h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Scranton, PA to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Scranton, PA to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Tuesday, February 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
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![]() | 11:00 AM Scranton, PA | 76h57 | 3:57 PM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | ||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Scranton, PA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Scranton, PA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 67h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $539 (€429) but you can travel from only $308 (€245) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 17:19. The fastest train covers the 2356 miles (3793 km) distance in 76h 57m.
Distance 2356 miles (3793 km) |
Average train duration 67h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $539 (€429) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 76h 57m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 17:19 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Scranton, PA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Scranton, PA and Los Angeles, CA from $308 (€245). 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 Scranton, PA to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scranton, PA 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 Scranton, PA 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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