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Cheap train tickets from Los Angeles to La Junta
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Trip Summary
There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Los Angeles to La Junta. Travelling by train from Los Angeles to La Junta usually takes 1 day, 3 hours and 49 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Southwest Chief train can make the trip in 1 day and 50 minutes.
- Distance
- 864 mi (1391 km)
- Fastest train
- 24h 50m
- Lowest price
- MX$4,038.70
- Trains per day
- 3
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 2
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Los Angeles to La Junta Train Timetable
There are several train options that can take you from Los Angeles to La Junta:
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Average train ticket prices from Los Angeles to La Junta by travel date
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Which train should you take from Los Angeles to La Junta?
2 train services operate from Los Angeles to La Junta. Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 28h 24m | MX$4,291.82 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 24h 50m | MX$4,038.70 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway 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 toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from Los Angeles to La Junta every day, as well as 5 trips at the weekends, with prices starting from MX$4,262.04.
The Southwest Chief is a passenger train operated by America’s largest train service, Amtrak. The full route travels over 2,200 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles, which takes over 43 hours. The train covers the stretch from Los Angeles to La Junta in about 1 day and 50 minutes. In addition to standard Coach Class seats, the Southwest Chief offers several sleeper cabin options on longer journeys. Amtrak’s Southwest Chief is consistently ranked as one of the most scenic train routes in America, thanks to the stunning views of the Painted Desert, the Red Cliffs of Sedona, and the Grand Canyon you’ll see from your train window.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Los Angeles to La Junta
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Los Angeles to La Junta. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip. You can also take a train for your return trip from La Junta to Los Angeles.
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
1
The distance between Los Angeles and La Junta is approximately 864 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 day, 3 hours and 49 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 day and 50 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 patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Distance (mi)
864
Distance (km)
1391
The earliest train departs Los Angeles at 10:52 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:55. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full timetable for your specific travel dates.
First train
10:52am
Last train
4:55pm
Trains from Los Angeles to La Junta are the most crowded on Sunday. 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 travelling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Sunday
Least crowded
Sunday
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 coach and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighbouring 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?
Main departure station: 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Los Angeles where you can board the train.
All train stations in Los Angeles:
- 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
- Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
- Metrolink Station
- Union Station
Where is the train station in La Junta?
Main arrival station: 1 West First St
La Junta has one train station.
Train stations in La Junta:
- 1 West First St
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