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- This trip is recommended because it is the: CheapestDeparture time: 27 April atDeparture city: Los AngelesDeparture location: Union StationArrival time: 27 April atDestination city: San FranciscoDestination location: Mission St & Fremont StOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: - This trip is recommended because it is the: FastestDeparture time: 27 April atDeparture city: Los AngelesDeparture location: Northridge StationArrival time: 27 April atDestination city: San FranciscoDestination location: Mission St & Fremont StOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: 27 April atDeparture city: Los AngelesDeparture location: Union StationArrival time: 27 April atDestination city: San FranciscoDestination location: Mission St & Fremont StOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: 27 April atDeparture city: Los AngelesDeparture location: Union StationArrival time: 27 April atDestination city: San FranciscoDestination location: Mission St & Fremont StOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: 27 April atDeparture city: Los AngelesDeparture location: Union StationArrival time: 27 April atDestination city: San FranciscoDestination location: Mission St & Fremont StOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: BusDuration:
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Train Los Angeles to San Francisco: Trip Overview
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Passengers have shared positive experiences with this train service, highlighting the punctuality of the trains and the helpfulness of staff in guiding passengers. Additionally, both the train and bus were noted for their cleanliness. Travelers appreciated smooth rides on tracks that offered scenic views not available when driving.
Amtrak Los Angeles San Francisco recent customer reviews
1. The train was on time. 2. Staff were very helpful guiding the passengers. 3. The train was running so smoothly on the tracks. We would love to use the train again for the scenic views we see that we can not experience while driving.
Norma R.
Sham Trip. Sold as Amtrak train LA to SF 11 hrs. After 3 hr train ride, in Santa Barbara Amtrak unloaded all passengers onto a bus for 8 more hours. The clean train with power plug in, spacious leg room was replaced with a cramped bus, no lights, no leg room, greyhound quality. No where in the description did they say they were replacing the train with a BUS
Shelly W.
Staff were helpful and train and bus were very clean
Chelsea D.
Los Angeles to San Francisco Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Los Angeles - San Francisco
How much does a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles to San Francisco cost?
The average train ticket price from Los Angeles to San Francisco is US$56. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Los Angeles to San Francisco is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Los Angeles to San Francisco?
A train trip between Los Angeles and San Francisco is around 10h 27m, although the fastest train will take about 10h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 348 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Los Angeles and San Francisco?
The number of trains from Los Angeles to San Francisco can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Los Angeles to San Francisco by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles to San Francisco was searched and found on 22 Apr 2025 with a price of US$52To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Los Angeles to San Francisco as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$52 to US$393 for a train ticket from Los Angeles to San Francisco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$52, which is on 2025-04-25.
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Train Travel Tips
Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Los Angeles and San Francisco is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in San Francisco.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to San Francisco, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Los Angeles and San Francisco, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Los Angeles to San Francisco while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
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