Train from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Los Angeles on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Union StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Union StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Union StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Union StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia 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 2 days, 22 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 354, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

41bus per day
2d 22hAverage duration
3841 kmDistance
96kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 354 - R 15 491Average duration2d 22h
96kg CO₂e
Average priceR 4 441 - R 54 411Average duration2d 22h
350kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, US by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Los Angeles start from R 4 441. The average price for this train route is around R 8 073. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

    The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is 2d 22h, covering a distance of 3842 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Los Angeles route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

    The earliest train from Philadelphia to Los Angeles departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 15:38.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/12
R 5 895
10/12
R 8 454
Today
R 8 903
12/12
R 9 543
13/12
R 7 710
14/12
R 6 552
15/12
R 8 765
16/12
R 8 730
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 5 895

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

You can expect to pay from R 5 895 to R 62 612 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 6 552, which is on 2025-12-14.

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