Trains from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA

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FriApr 26
from $164
SatApr 27
SunApr 28
from $164
MonApr 29
from $144
TueApr 30
from $126
WedMay 1
from $144
ThuMay 2
from $144
FriMay 3

Trains leaving Friday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $164
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $195
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $214
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $280
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $203
Train Seattle to Los Angeles: Trip Overview

Train Seattle to Los Angeles: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$181
Average train trip duration1d 11h
Number of daily trains7
Earliest train departure7:08 AM
Distance955 miles (1539 km)
Latest train departure9:50 AM
Please note, this information is subject to change.
Train Companies

Train Companies

Amtrak Seattle Los Angeles recent customer reviews

The engineer was late which made everything late

Brian M.December 7, 2022
US train company: Brightline

Seattle to Los Angeles Trains

Information on this train trip

Daily Trains7
Earliest and Latest Train Departures7:08AM - 9:50AM
Minimum Price$126
Average Ticket Price$181
Minimum Trip Duration1d6h
Average Train Trip Duration1d11h
Distance955 miles (1539 km)
Train Companies on This RouteAmtrak
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Seattle - Los Angeles

The average train ticket price from Seattle to Los Angeles is $181. The best way to find train tickets from Seattle 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!

A train trip between Seattle and Los Angeles is around 1d 11h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 6h. This is the time it takes to travel the 960 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Seattle to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Seattle to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

Once in Los Angeles, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Downtown Art Walk, Disneyland, Getty Center, Venice Beach, Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA).

Find cheapest prices for trains

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04/23
$109
Today
$109
04/25
$109
04/26
$109
04/27
$126
04/28
$108
04/29
No data
04/30
$109
The cheapest trip from Seattle to Los Angeles was searched and found on Apr 28, 2024 with a price of $108

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

You can expect to pay from $108 to $222 for a train ticket from Seattle to Los Angeles based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $108 which is on 2024-04-28.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Seattle to Los Angeles is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Los Angeles, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Seattle and Los Angeles, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Seattle to Los Angeles while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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Train from Los Angeles to Seattle

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