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

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Tacoma start from $125. The average price for this train route is around $181. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

Which train operators service the Los Angeles to Tacoma route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Los Angeles to Tacoma?

The earliest train departs from Los Angeles to Tacoma at 9:13am. And the latest train departs at 9:51am.

Train Los Angeles to Tacoma from $119 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Tacoma on March 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:51am	Union Station	1d 12h	9:58pm	Tacoma Dome Station	Cheapest
Train	9:51am	Union Station	1d 8h	6:38pm	Tacoma Dome Station	Fastest
Train	9:13am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:38pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 6:02 PM PDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Tacoma

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Tacoma. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

935 milesDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$97 - $382	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$125 - $1,458	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 137kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,776 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5776 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $125

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Los Angeles, US to Tacoma 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 Los Angeles to Tacoma?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Tacoma start from $125. The average price for this train route is around $181. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
Which train operators service the Los Angeles to Tacoma route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Los Angeles to Tacoma?
The earliest train departs from Los Angeles to Tacoma at 9:13am. And the latest train departs at 9:51am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03/22

$282

03/23

$282

Today

$282

03/25

$152

03/26

$194

03/27

$218

03/28

No data

03/29

No data

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Tacoma was searched and found on Mar 25, 2026 with a price of $152

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

You can expect to pay from $152 to $1,400 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Tacoma based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $152 which is on 2026-03-25.

What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles, US to Tacoma?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 3h	Avg Price$186	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 9h	Avg Price$181	Daily Departures3

The best way to travel between Los Angeles, US and Tacoma is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $181 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $125. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Tacoma, choose the train, as it will take you from Los Angeles, US to Tacoma in about 1d 3h - that's the fastest way to get there!