The cheapest and fastest trains from Walnut Creek, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
8 h 16 m
Average duration
10 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
549 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
Of the 2 trains that leave Walnut Creek, CA for Los Angeles, CA on Wed, May 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct trains cover the 549 km distance in an average of 10 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 16 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest trains will take 12 h 32 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.
4:39 PM12h32Walnut Creek, CA5:11 AMLos Angeles, CA$731One-way0 transfers
3:59 PM8h16Walnut Creek, CA12:15 AMLos Angeles, CA$821One-way0 transfers
3:59 PM8h16Walnut Creek, CA12:15 AMLos Angeles, CA$821One-way0 transfers
4:39 PM12h32Walnut Creek, CA5:11 AMLos Angeles, CA$731One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Walnut Creek, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Walnut Creek, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a flight costs an average of $52.
Distance: 341 miles (549 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$78 Average price | $58 Average price Cheapest | $151 Average price | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 11m Average total duration 8h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration 8h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Walnut Creek, CA to Los Angeles, CA:
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Walnut Creek, CA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $78 (€63).
A bus is $93 (€75) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Walnut Creek, CA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $151 (€122).
Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 41m.
Bus takes on average 8h 53m.
Tickets start at around $78 (€63) compared to roughly $75 (€61) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-2.66 (€-2.15). The journey takes 8h 41m versus 5h 20m 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
Walnut Creek, CA to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Walnut Creek, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:59 PM Walnut Creek, CA | 8h16 | 12:15 AM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Walnut Creek, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Walnut Creek, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 36 times per day, taking around 8h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 (€59) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:00, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 341 miles (549 km) distance in 8h 16m.
Distance 341 miles (549 km) |
Average train duration 8h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€59) |
Trains per day 36 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 8h 16m |
First train 1:00 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Walnut Creek, CA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Walnut Creek, CA and Los Angeles, CA from $35 (€28). 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 Walnut Creek, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, 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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