The cheapest and fastest trains from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$84
Average price
$88
Fastest journey
8 h 14 m
Average duration
8 h 25 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
559 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $84.
Of the 15 trains that leave San Francisco, CA for Los Angeles, CA every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 559 km distance in an average of 8 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 29 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.
710 Gold Runner · 5710 AMTRAK
714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK
716 Gold Runner · 5716 AMTRAK
712 Gold Runner · 5712 AMTRAK
718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK
718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK
712 Gold Runner · 5412 AMTRAK
710 Gold Runner · 5710 AMTRAK
714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK
716 Gold Runner · 5716 AMTRAKTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $124.
Distance: 559 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$79 Average Price | $79 Average Price Cheapest | $169 Average Price |
10h 7m Average total duration 9h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 27m Average total duration 8h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
716 Gold Runner · 5716 AMTRAK | 9:46 pm Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 8h29 | 6:15 am Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 1 change | |
716 Gold Runner · 5716 AMTRAK | 9:46 pm Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 8h49 | 6:35 am Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
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718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK | 1:46 am Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 8h14 | 10:00 am Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 1 change | |
718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK | 1:46 am Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 8h29 | 10:15 am Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK | 3:46 pm Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 8h49 | 12:35 am Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
710 Gold Runner · 5710 AMTRAK | 3:46 pm Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 8h29 | 12:15 am Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 1 change | |
710 Gold Runner · 5710 AMTRAK | 3:46 pm Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 8h49 | 12:35 am Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
11 Coast Starlight | 4:39 pm Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 12h32 | 5:11 am Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
11 Coast Starlight · 6241 AMTRAK | 4:39 pm Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 15h41 | 8:20 am Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK | 5:46 pm Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 8h49 | 2:35 am Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
712 Gold Runner · 5712 AMTRAK | 5:46 pm Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 8h49 | 2:35 am Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
712 Gold Runner · 5412 AMTRAK | 5:46 pm Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 8h24 | 2:10 am Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
712 Gold Runner · 5712 AMTRAK | 5:46 pm Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 8h29 | 2:15 am Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 1 change | |
714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK | 7:46 pm Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 8h49 | 4:35 am Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK | 7:46 pm Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 8h29 | 4:15 am Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Distance 559 km |
Average train duration 9h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 29m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 22:35 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Caltrain from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak, Caltrain trains will get you between San Francisco, CA and Los Angeles, CA from $32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in San Francisco, CA and Los Angeles, CA
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station is a single-level facility with platforms for Metrolink and Amtrak services.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metrolink: Ventura County Line
- 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


