The cheapest and fastest trains from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$93
Average price
$112
Fastest journey
9 h 25 m
Average duration
10 h 24 m
Trains per day
5
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 $112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $93.
To travel from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA you need to make at least one change.
6616 AMTRAK · 716 Gold Runner · 5716 AMTRAK
6614 AMTRAK · 714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK
6612 AMTRAK · 712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK
6668 AMTRAK · 718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK
6610 AMTRAK · 11 Coast Starlight
6668 AMTRAK · 718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK
6616 AMTRAK · 716 Gold Runner · 5716 AMTRAK
6614 AMTRAK · 714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK
6612 AMTRAK · 712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK
6610 AMTRAK · 11 Coast StarlightTravel 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 $126.
Distance: 559 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$80 Average Price | $80 Average Price Cheapest | $172 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 |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline |
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
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Saturday, 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6610 AMTRAK · 11 Coast Starlight | 3:20 pm San Francisco, CA | 13h51 | 5:11 am Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
6610 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK | 3:20 pm San Francisco, CA | 9h55 | 1:15 am Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 changes | |
6610 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5710 AMTRAK | 3:20 pm San Francisco, CA | 9h55 | 1:15 am Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 changes | |
6614 AMTRAK · 714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK | 7:40 pm San Francisco, CA | 9h35 | 5:15 am Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 changes | |
| Sunday, 21 December | |||||
6668 AMTRAK · 718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK | 1:00 am San Francisco, CA | 9h25 | 10:25 am Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 changes | |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA by train, coach or flight
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
21 Dec
22 Dec
23 Dec
24 Dec
25 Dec
26 Dec
27 Dec
How far in advance should I book train tickets from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA?
Journey information
Overview: Train from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 14 times per day, taking around 9h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 but you can travel from only $32 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 559 km distance in 8h 29m.
Distance 559 km |
Average train duration 9h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 |
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.
Amtrak
Caltrain
FAQs: San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, 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
Important Stations and Airports in San Francisco, CA and 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


