How much does a train ticket cost from Lafayette to Los Angeles?

The cheapest train tickets from Lafayette to Los Angeles start from £114. The average price for this train route is around £197. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Lafayette to Los Angeles?

The average train journey time from Lafayette to Los Angeles is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 1549 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Lafayette to Los Angeles route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Lafayette to Los Angeles departs at 12:24. And the latest train departs at 12:24.

Train Lafayette to Los Angeles from £128 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Lafayette to Los Angeles on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:24	Lafayette, LA	1d 19h	05:35	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Lafayette to Los Angeles on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:24	Lafayette, LA	1d 19h	05:35	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	12:24	Lafayette, LA	1d 19h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:24	Lafayette, LA	1d 19h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:24	Lafayette, LA	1d 19h	05:35	Union Station	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 19 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just £114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 19hAverage duration

1549 milesDistance

227kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£100 - £466	Average duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 62kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£114 - £284	Average duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 227kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5650 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £114

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lafayette, LA to Los Angeles, US by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Lafayette to Los Angeles?
The cheapest train tickets from Lafayette to Los Angeles start from £114. The average price for this train route is around £197. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lafayette to Los Angeles?
The average train journey time from Lafayette to Los Angeles is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 1549 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Lafayette to Los Angeles route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lafayette to Los Angeles?
The earliest train from Lafayette to Los Angeles departs at 12:24. And the latest train departs at 12:24.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

13/12

£128

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£189

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17/12

£227

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20/12

£128

The cheapest trip from Lafayette, LA to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £128

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

You can expect to pay from £128 to £1,153 for a train ticket from Lafayette, LA to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £128, which is on 2025-12-20.