The cheapest and fastest trains from Tucson, AZ to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$180
Average price
$180
Fastest journey
8 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
711 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tucson, AZ 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 Tucson, AZ to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $180 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $180.
Of the 1 trains that leave Tucson, AZ for Los Angeles, CA on Tue, Dec 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 02 the direct trains cover the 711 km distance in an average of 8 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .
On Tue, Dec 02 the slowest trains will take 8 h 20 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 train, bus, and flight for Tucson, AZ to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tucson, AZ to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, and a flight costs an average of €100.
Distance: 441 miles (711 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€147 Average price | €59 Average price Cheapest | €276 Average price |
10h 45m Average total duration 10h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 26m Average total duration 9h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tucson, AZ to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Tucson, AZ to Los Angeles, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $182 (€147) but you can travel from only $50 (€40) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 15:52, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 441 miles (711 km) distance in 8h 20m.
Distance 441 miles (711 km) |
Average train duration 10h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $182 (€147) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 8h 20m |
First train 15:52 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Tucson, AZ to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Tucson, AZ and Los Angeles, CA from $50 (€40). 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 Tucson, AZ to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tucson, AZ 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 Tucson, AZ to Los Angeles, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Maynards Market & Kitchen
- The Cup Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Hotel Congress
- AC Hotel by Marriott Tucson Downtown
- The Downtown Clifton Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- The station is a historic 1907 building with a single platform for the Sunset Limited/Texas Eagle trains.
- Bus: Sun Tran routes available nearby
- 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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