The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunnyvale, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$95
Average price
$131
Fastest journey
8 h 25 m
Average duration
9 h 50 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
503 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunnyvale, 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 Sunnyvale, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $95.
Of the 3 trains that leave Sunnyvale, CA for Los Angeles, CA on Mon, Mar 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 16 the direct trains cover the 503 km distance in an average of 9 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
On Mon, Mar 16 the slowest trains will take 10 h 45 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.
3768 AMTRAK · 718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner
11 Coast Starlight
3768 AMTRAK · 718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner
11 Coast StarlightTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Sunnyvale, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sunnyvale, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $71.
Distance: 312 miles (503 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$128 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $153 Average price |
10h 58m Average total duration 10h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 4m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sunnyvale, CA to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunnyvale, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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11 Coast Starlight | 5:26 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 10h45 | 4:11 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 6:25 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 10h21 | 4:46 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunnyvale, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Sunnyvale, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 10h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $84 (€69) but you can travel from only $47 (€39) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 312 miles (503 km) distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 312 miles (503 km) |
Average train duration 10h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€69) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 15m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest month Jan |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Sat |
Least busy day Sat |
Best day to book ahead 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak, Caltrain from Sunnyvale, CA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak, Caltrain trains will get you between Sunnyvale, CA and Los Angeles, CA from $47 (€39). 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 Sunnyvale, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunnyvale, 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 Sunnyvale, 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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