Trains tickets from San Antonio, US to Los Angeles, US

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Today15 Jul
Tomorrow16 Jul
from US$420
Thu17 Jul
from US$330
Fri18 Jul
from US$370
Sat19 Jul
from US$374
Sun20 Jul
from US$330
Mon21 Jul
from US$370
Tue22 Jul
from US$330

Next departures to Los Angeles

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 16 July at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Station
    Arrival time: 19 July at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 16 July at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Station
    Arrival time: 18 July at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 16 July at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Station
    Arrival time: 19 July at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 16 July at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Station
    Arrival time: 19 July at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 16 July at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Station
    Arrival time: 18 July at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Antonio to Los Angeles

Average priceUS$94 - US$376Average duration1d 16h
49kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$148 - US$657Average duration3d 3h
176kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Antonio to Los Angeles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours and with fares starting at just US$94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
1d 16hAverage duration
US$94Cheapest ticket
49kgCO₂ emissions

Train San Antonio, US to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$324
Average train trip duration3d 3h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure02:45
Distance1200 miles
Latest train departure06:48

San Antonio to Los Angeles Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Antonio, US - Los Angeles, US

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from San Antonio to Los Angeles cost?

    The average train ticket price from San Antonio to Los Angeles is US$324. The best way to find cheap train tickets from San Antonio to Los Angeles 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!

  2. How long is the train trip from San Antonio to Los Angeles?

    A train trip between San Antonio and Los Angeles is around 3d 3h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1201 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between San Antonio and Los Angeles?

    The number of trains from San Antonio to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from San Antonio to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from San Antonio to Los Angeles?

    When taking the train from San Antonio to Los Angeles, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
13/07
US$380
14/07
US$472
Today
US$322
16/07
US$404
17/07
US$317
18/07
US$356
19/07
US$360
20/07
US$317
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Antonio to Los Angeles was searched and found on 17 Jul 2025 with a price of US$317

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

You can expect to pay from US$317 to US$2,008 for a train ticket from San Antonio to Los Angeles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$317, which is on 2025-07-17.

About Train Travel

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 San Antonio and Los Angeles is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Los Angeles.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Los Angeles, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between San Antonio and Los Angeles, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from San Antonio to Los Angeles.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

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Train from Los Angeles, US to San Antonio, US

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