Question 1

What are the amenities like at Union Station in Los Angeles?

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The amenities at Union Station in L.A. include dining, gift kiosks, bike hubs and more. They have a wide array of dining options, from elegant New American fare to fast food and coffee for taking on the train.
Located at the North Arcade, the Bike Center offers secure luggage storage. (Chinatown is less than a half-mile walk from Union Station, making it a great spot to get lunch after dropping off your bags.)
You can also kill time waiting for a train by getting your shoes shined for just $8 in the Passenger Concourse.

Question 2

What is the Amtrak Pacific Surfliner?

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The Amtrak Pacific Surfliner is a 350-mile long train service that runs from San Diego to San Luis Obispo. It has 25 stops and the entire route is about four hours long. These trains have an average speed of 41 miles per hour, but can reach a maximum of 80 to 90 miles per hour. They operate 12 daily round trips from L.A. to San Diego.
The Pacific Surfliner offers some amazing ocean views of Southern California, and has enough space and racks to carry a surfboard or bike. The train features comfortable, reclining seats as well as power outlets, free Wi-Fi, restrooms, bike and luggage racks and large picture windows. An onboard Market Café offers fresh food, snacks, and beverages, including soft drinks, wine, cocktails and local craft beer. You can also upgrade to Business Class for additional perks.

Question 3

Can you take a train all the way from Los Angeles to San Diego?

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Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Los Angeles to San Diego. 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.

Question 4

Other ways to get from Los Angeles to San Diego

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There are usually 139 daily bus trips from Los Angeles to San Diego.

Question 5

When are trains the most crowded?

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Trains from Los Angeles to San Diego are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Question 6

Which train should you take from Los Angeles to San Diego?

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2 train services operate from Los Angeles to San Diego.  Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 7 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

Question 7

What is the price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to San Diego?

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The most surefire way to find the lowest-priced train tickets from Los Angeles to San Diego is to plan ahead and book your train travel earlier. In the past 30 days, the cheapest average price users have found for trains from Los Angeles to San Diego was . Trying to save on a last-minute fare and have a bit of flexibility on what day to travel? Take a look at midweek schedules, as these tend to be less busy and are often cheaper than buying tickets to travel on Friday, or a weekend departure. On the Pacific Surfliner, Everyday Discounts are available for seniors, kids, students, military personnel, veterans and passengers with disabilities. Rail fares can be higher during holiday periods. Some restrictions apply.

Question 8

Is there a direct train from Los Angeles to San Diego?

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There are 12 scheduled trains on most days. 43 of these are direct connections to San Diego. 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 San Diego to Los Angeles.

Question 9

How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to San Diego?

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The distance between Los Angeles and San Diego is approximately 111 miles, or 179 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes  3 hours  and 34 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is  2 hours  and 38 minutes.  Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Question 10

When are the first and last trains of the day?

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The earliest train departs Los Angeles at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Question 11

Get around town with Moovit

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Download Moovit to see all of your local transit options in San Diego. Download here

Question 12

Where is the train station in San Diego?

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San Diego receives travelers from Los Angeles at its two active train stations.

Question 13

Where is the train station in Los Angeles?

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Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 7 stops and stations in Los Angeles where you can board the train.

Question 14

Prices as travel date approaches

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The price of train trips from Los Angeles to San Diego doesn't fluctuate much throughout the year, so you don’t need to book your tickets super far in advance. However, to avoid last-minute price surges or sold-out tickets, we recommend purchasing your train tickets at least 48 hours before departure.

Question 15

Average prices by travel date

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Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Los Angeles to San Diego will cost between  and . Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Question 16

Monthly average prices

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Taking the train from Los Angeles to San Diego usually costs about the same throughout the year. In general, train ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around  whenever you decide to travel.

Question 17

Need a return trip from San Diego to Los Angeles?

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Question 18

Wanderu is the simplest way to book coach and train travel.

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With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.