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Los Angeles - Paso Robles Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

9 trains operate daily from Los Angeles to Paso Robles. The train trip from Los Angeles to Paso Robles is usually about 5 hours and 58 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 56 minutes.

Distance175 mi (282 km)
Fastest train4h 56m
Lowest price£26.48
Trains per day3
Most frequent serviceAmtrak
Train lines2

Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for trains from Los Angeles to Paso Robles

(Based on 5 ratings and reviews)

5.0

5.0

Sofia

1 September 2022- Visiting family

Amtrak Coast Starlight

Pros: La comodidad, la gente, los paisajes,la higiene,la comida q venden,. Cons: Poner más opciones de comida,. Tips: Q viajar en tren es agradable, q aunque el viaje es largo, mirar los paisajes, lo hace más agradable, y menos largo.

5.0

Gregory

31 March 2022- Visiting family

Amtrak Coast Starlight

Pros: Beautiful scenery. Tips: At Van Nuys station, the platform is quite far from the station--leave yourself five extra minutes leeway.

5.0

Donna

15 January 2020- Visiting family

Amtrak Coast Starlight

Easy and beautiful scenery

5.0

Lola

12 December 2019- Visiting family

Amtrak

Pros: First time on Amtrak and it was an easy and comfortable way to travel. Cons: I didn't really see need for improvement. Tips: Bring a neck pillow of you plan to sleep at all on the train.

What is the price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Paso Robles?

Over the past month, a train ticket between Los Angeles and Paso Robles cost £50.76, on average. Booking your trip at least 28 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around £4.27 more.

Average prices by travel date

£60£40£20AprMay

Over the next 30 days, the average cost of a one-way train trip from Los Angeles to Paso Robles will vary between £50 and £53. Planning a train trip to Paso Robles within the upcoming week? The cheapest train ticket you can find from Los Angeles over the next 7 days is £50. Make sure to book your trip as soon as possible as train fares tend to go up as you get closer to your travel date.

Monthly average prices

£60£48£36£24£12MJJASONDJFMA

Ticket prices for the train from Los Angeles to Paso Robles often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in October when the average ticket price is only £39,

If you're thinking of traveling from Los Angeles to Paso Robles during March, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £47 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in March, is to book your trip well in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

£60£48£36£24£123020100

Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from Los Angeles to Paso Robles. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 28 days before departure, you can save around £4.27. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!

Which train should you take from Los Angeles to Paso Robles?

2 train services operate from Los Angeles to Paso Robles. Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 8 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak85h 58m£53.08
Amtrak Coast Starlight16h 9m£39.08
  • Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 8 Amtrak trains from Los Angeles to Paso Robles every day, as well as 18 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £39.

  • The Coast Starlight is an Amtrak train that travels the entire length of the West Coast, connecting Los Angeles to Seattle. The route starts hugging the California coastline, treating passengers to swoon-worthy views of the Pacific, before continuing into the verdant forests of the Cascade Mountains. The Coast Starlight indisputably earns its spot among the most scenic Amtrak train routes. Seating options include Coach or Business Class and roomettes or bedrooms for extra space. A trip from Los Angeles to Paso Robles takes 6 hours and 9 minutes on average, and Coach tickets start at £26.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Los Angeles to Paso Robles. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a bus or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.

The distance between Los Angeles and Paso Robles is approximately 175 miles, or 282 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 58 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 56 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Los Angeles to Paso Robles. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Los Angeles at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 9 scheduled trains on most days. 3 of these are direct connections to Paso Robles. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Paso Robles to Los Angeles.

City Information

Los Angeles

Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.

The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.

With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Los Angeles?

Los Angeles, CA - Union Station - LAXUST-0

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Main departure station: Union Station

Union Station is the main train station in Los Angeles and the largest railroad passenger terminal in the Western United States. The station was opened in 1939 and has become one of California’s busiest transportation hubs, serving more than 100 thousand passengers per day. Every Amtrak route that goes through Los Angeles stops at Union Station. In addition, the area around the station serves as the main bus stop for several bus carriers that conduct trips in and out of the city. Located in Downtown LA, Union Station offers easy transit connections to other parts of the city via three Metro Rail lines and one Metro Busway line, as well as a shuttle service to LAX airport. Union Station also serves as the main LA hub for six lines of Metrolink, Southern California’s primary commuter rail service.

All train stations in Los Angeles:

  • Union Station

  • Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd

  • 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth

  • 592 Gayley Ave

Where is the train station in Paso Robles?

Main arrival station: Intermodal Station - 800 Pine St

Paso Robles has one train station.

Train stations in Paso Robles:

  • Intermodal Station - 800 Pine St

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