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

The cheapest train tickets from Tacoma to Los Angeles 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.

How long is the train journey from Tacoma to Los Angeles?

The average train ride duration from Tacoma to Los Angeles is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 935 miles (1508 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Tacoma to Los Angeles route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Tacoma to Los Angeles at 10:43am. And the latest train departs at 10:43am.

Train Tacoma to Los Angeles from $119 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Tacoma to Los Angeles on December 24
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:43am	Tacoma Dome Station	1d 10h	9:11pm	Union Station	Cheapest
10:43am	Tacoma Dome Station	1d 6h	5:15pm	Union Station	Fastest
10:43am	Tacoma Dome Station	1d 10h	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
10:43am	Tacoma Dome Station	1d 8h	7:15pm	Union Station	No tags
10:43am	Tacoma Dome Station	1d 8h	7:15pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Tacoma to Los Angeles on December 25
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:43am	Tacoma Dome Station	1d 6h	5:15pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
10:43am	Tacoma Dome Station	1d 10h	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
10:43am	Tacoma Dome Station	1d 10h	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
10:43am	Tacoma Dome Station	1d 8h	7:15pm	Union Station	No tags
10:43am	Tacoma Dome Station	1d 8h	7:15pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 1:13 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Tacoma to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $108, 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$108 - $409	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$125 - $1,344	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 137kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,667 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5667 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

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tacoma to Los Angeles, US 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 Tacoma to Los Angeles?
The cheapest train tickets from Tacoma to Los Angeles 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.
How long is the train journey from Tacoma to Los Angeles?
The average train ride duration from Tacoma to Los Angeles is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 935 miles (1508 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Tacoma to Los Angeles route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Tacoma to Los Angeles?
The earliest train departs from Tacoma to Los Angeles at 10:43am. And the latest train departs at 10:43am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/21

$173

12/22

$306

Today

$280

12/24

$280

12/25

$251

12/26

$301

12/27

$194

12/28

No data

The cheapest trip from Tacoma to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 21, 2025 with a price of $173

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

You can expect to pay from $173 to $1,621 for a train ticket from Tacoma to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $194 which is on 2025-12-27.