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

The average train ticket price from Seattle to Los Angeles is $127. 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!

How long is the train trip from Seattle to Los Angeles?

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

How many daily trains are there between Seattle and Los Angeles?

The number of trains from Seattle 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 Seattle to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Seattle to Los Angeles?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Los Angeles?

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).

Train Seattle to Los Angeles from $118 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Seattle to Los Angeles on September 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 6h	4:35pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
9:50am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:20am	Union Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:35pm	Union Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	9:52pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Los Angeles on September 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	9:11pm	Union Station	Cheapest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 6h	4:35pm	Union Station	Fastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:35pm	Union Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:35pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Los Angeles on September 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	9:11pm	Union Station	Cheapest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 6h	4:35pm	Union Station	Fastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:35pm	Union Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:35pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Los Angeles on September 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 6h	4:35pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
9:50am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:20am	Union Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:35pm	Union Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	9:52pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Los Angeles on September 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	9:11pm	Union Station	Cheapest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 6h	4:35pm	Union Station	Fastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
9:50am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:20am	Union Station	No tags
9:50am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:20am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Los Angeles on September 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	9:11pm	Union Station	Cheapest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 6h	4:35pm	Union Station	Fastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
9:50am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:20am	Union Station	No tags
9:50am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:20am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Los Angeles on September 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	9:11pm	Union Station	Cheapest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 6h	4:35pm	Union Station	Fastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
9:50am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:20am	Union Station	No tags
9:50am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:20am	Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to Los Angeles.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$67 - $379	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$120 - $231	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 141kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Seattle to Los Angeles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

$67Cheapest ticket

39kgCO₂ emissions

Train Seattle to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$127

Average train trip duration1d 11h

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure9:55am

Distance958 miles (1544 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,440 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5440 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 $120

Greyhound Seattle Los Angeles recent customer reviews

Unacceptably late. And when I spoke with other customers getting on the bus in Sacramento, I was told that the specific bus is always 4 hours late.

Joseph G.

July 16, 2019

The engineer was late which made everything late

Brian M.

December 7, 2022

Great thanks me

Reddics J.

December 21, 2019

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Seattle to Los Angeles Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/01

$285

09/02

$1,194

Today

$252

09/04

$530

09/05

$285

09/06

$252

09/07

$601

09/08

$222

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Sep 8, 2025 with a price of $222

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, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $222 to $1,334 for a train ticket from Seattle to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $222 which is on 2025-09-08.

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.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 6h	Avg Price$136	Daily Departures22
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 11h	Avg Price$127	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Seattle and Los Angeles, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $127 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $120. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Los Angeles, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Seattle to Los Angeles, US in about 1d 6h - that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from Los Angeles, US to Seattle

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