The cheapest and fastest trains from Watsonville, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$101
Average price
$101
Fastest journey
12 h 30 m
Average duration
12 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
450 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Watsonville, 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 Watsonville, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $101.
Of the 1 trains that leave Watsonville, CA for Los Angeles, CA on Wed, Dec 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 450 km distance in an average of 12 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 30 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 12 h 30 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 Watsonville, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watsonville, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, and a flight costs an average of €38.
Distance: 279 miles (450 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€89 Average price | €66 Average price Cheapest | €121 Average price |
12h 11m Average total duration 11h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 32m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 26m Average total duration Fastest 6h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Watsonville, CA to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Watsonville, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:45 PM Watsonville, CA | 12h30 | 9:15 AM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Watsonville, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Watsonville, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $99 (€79) but you can travel from only $47 (€38) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 01:00, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 279 miles (450 km) distance in 12h 26m.
Distance 279 miles (450 km) |
Average train duration 11h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $99 (€79) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 12h 26m |
First train 01:00 |
Last train 20:25 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Watsonville, CA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Watsonville, CA and Los Angeles, CA from $47 (€38). 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 Watsonville, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watsonville, 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 Watsonville, 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
- 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
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