How much is the train ticket from Stockton to Los Angeles?

The cheapest train tickets from Stockton to Los Angeles start at $156. The average price for this train route is around $188. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Stockton to Los Angeles?

The average train trip from Stockton to Los Angeles takes 13h 39m and covers 513 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 52m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Stockton to Los Angeles route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stockton to Los Angeles?

The earliest train from Stockton to Los Angeles departs at 7:32am. The latest train departs at 7:32am.

Train Stockton to Los Angeles from $90 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Stockton to Los Angeles on November 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:23am	San Joaquin Street Station	7h 42m	5:05pm	UCLA	Cheapest
7:23pm	San Joaquin Street Station	6h 52m	2:15am	Union Station	Fastest
7:22am	Stockton ACE Station	7h 13m	2:35pm	Union Station	No tags
9:23am	San Joaquin Street Station	7h 12m	4:35pm	Union Station	No tags
11:23am	San Joaquin Street Station	7h 12m	6:35pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:53 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Stockton to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

8h 10mAverage Duration

519 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$62 - $216	Average Duration8h 10m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$156 - $239	Average Duration13h 39m	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5608 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $95

Amtrak Stockton Los Angeles recent customer reviews

My bus left me while I was on my ten minute break for the bathroom and I can’t find my luggage

Xelena D.

April 10, 2024

Good seating

Samuel C.

May 27, 2024

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stockton, CA to Los Angeles, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Stockton to Los Angeles?
The cheapest train tickets from Stockton to Los Angeles start at $156. The average price for this train route is around $188. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Stockton to Los Angeles?
The average train trip from Stockton to Los Angeles takes 13h 39m and covers 513 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Stockton to Los Angeles route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stockton to Los Angeles?
The earliest train from Stockton to Los Angeles departs at 7:32am. The latest train departs at 7:32am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-25

$108

11-26

$108

Today

$90

11-28

$108

11-29

$108

11-30

$108

12-01

$90

12-02

$90

The cheapest trip from Stockton, CA to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $90

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stockton, CA to Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $90 to $458 for a train ticket from Stockton, CA to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $90 which is on 2025-12-01.