The cheapest and fastest trains from Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Creston Station, Creston, IA
Cheapest price
$376
Average price
$376
Fastest journey
1 d 12 h 32 m
Average duration
1 d 12 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
2235 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Creston Station, Creston, IA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Creston Station, Creston, IA will cost around $376 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $376.
It's difficult to get from Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Creston Station, Creston, IA without transferring at least 2 times.
8:20 AM36h32Union Station, Los Angeles, CA8:52 PMCreston Station, Creston, IA$3761One-way2 transfers
8:20 AM36h32Union Station, Los Angeles, CA8:52 PMCreston Station, Creston, IA$3761One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Creston Station, Creston, IA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Creston Station, Creston, IA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $377. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $377, and a flight costs an average of $388.
Distance: 1388 miles (2235 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$377 Average price Cheapest | $421 Average price | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
58h 15m Average total duration 57h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration Fastest 4h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Creston Station, Creston, IA:
A train is $45 (€36) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Creston Station, Creston, IA costing on average $421 (€345).
Other travel options to Creston Station, Creston, IA take longer:
Train takes on average 57h 45m.
Tickets start at around $377 (€308) compared to roughly $14 (€12) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-362.50 (€-296.56). The journey takes 57h 45m versus 23h 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Creston Station, Creston, IA train times
The table below shows live departures for Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Creston Station, Creston, IA trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:20 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 36h32 | 8:52 PM Creston Station, Creston, IA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Creston Station, Creston, IA
Trains from Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Creston Station, Creston, IA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 57h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $377 (€308) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:13, the last at 02:13. The fastest train covers the 1388 miles (2235 km) distance in 57h 45m.
Distance 1388 miles (2235 km) |
Average train duration 57h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $377 (€308) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 57h 45m |
First train 2:13 AM |
Last train 2:13 AM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Seajets from Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Creston Station, Creston, IA trainsSeajets trains will get you between Union Station, Los Angeles, CA and Creston Station, Creston, IA from $377 (€308). 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 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Creston Station, Creston, IA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Creston Station, Creston, IA 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 Creston Station, Creston, IA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

