The cheapest and fastest trains from Tijuana to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tijuana 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 Tijuana to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 3 trains that leave Tijuana for Los Angeles, CA on Sun, Jan 11, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 11 the direct trains cover the 207 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
On Sun, Jan 11 the slowest trains will take 2 h 56 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.






Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Tijuana to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tijuana to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €152.
Distance: 128 miles (207 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€32 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest | €275 Average price |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 7m Average total duration 10h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Tijuana to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Tijuana to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Saturday, January 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:10 PM Tijuana | 2h47 | 11:57 PM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, January 11 | |||||
![]() | 7:10 PM Tijuana | 2h47 | 9:57 PM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tijuana to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Tijuana to Los Angeles, CA run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) but you can travel from only $27 (€21) by bus.
There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 128 miles (207 km) distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 128 miles (207 km) |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 23 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 03:50 |
Last train 22:10 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Tijuana to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Tijuana and Los Angeles, CA from $27 (€21). 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 Tijuana to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tijuana 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 Tijuana 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Orange Line
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station is a single-level facility with platforms for Metrolink and Amtrak services.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metrolink: Ventura County Line
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