Cheap train tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

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Trip Summary

There are usually 5 daily train trips available from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles. Travelling by train from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles usually takes 4 days, 13 hours and 1 minute, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 3 days, 22 hours and 44 minutes.

Distance: 2329 mi (3748 km)
Fastest train: 94h 44m
Lowest price: US$325.00
Trains per day: 5
Most frequent service: Amtrak
Train lines: 1

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Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles Train Timetable

Is it better to travel by coach or train from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles?

There are usually 14 daily coach trips from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles.

	Train	Coach
Avg. Price	Avg. PriceUS$777.86	Avg. PriceUS$259.02Cheaper
Daily Trips	Daily Trips5	Daily Trips14
Duration	Duration109h 1m	Duration71h 11mFaster

There are several train options that can take you from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles:

Amtrak tickets: US$325 one-way

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What is the price of a train ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles?

In the last month, train tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles cost about US$608 when booked at the cheapest time. Considering the distance between Fort Lauderdale and Los Angeles, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 25 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around US$612.14 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles by travel date

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles will cost between US$477 and US$2,690. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles by month

Ticket prices for the train from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in February when the average ticket price is only US$702. If you're thinking of travelling from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles during December, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of US$1,259 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in December, is to book your trip well in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

By booking your train trip from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles on Wanderu at least 25 days ahead of time, you can save about US$612.14 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles. However, there are 5 trains per day to choose from.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	5	109h 1m	US$777.86

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 5 Amtrak trains from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles every day, as well as 5 trips at the weekends, with prices starting from US$325.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

There are 5 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your hand luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles for US$135.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between Fort Lauderdale and Los Angeles is approximately 2,329 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 days, 13 hours and 1 minute, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 days, 22 hours and 44 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)

2329

Distance (km)

3748

The earliest train departs Fort Lauderdale at 7:45 while the last train of the day leaves at 11:43. 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

7:45am

Last train

11:43am

Trains from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Wednesday

Least crowded

Monday

City Information

Fort Lauderdale

Nicknamed the Venice of America, Fort Lauderdale offers vast stretches of white sand beaches at affordable prices, allowing the average traveller to enjoy fun under the sun with ease. Fort Lauderdale Beach is the premier destination for beach-goers and nature lovers, and it is noticeably less chaotic than its counterpart at Miami Beach, making it a perfect spot for a quiet and leisurely getaway. Another alternative is the nearby Las Olas Beach, which features clean and refreshing water. Nature lovers can also take an airboat tour to the famous Everglades and get up close to the alligators.

For shopping fans, Sawgrass Mills, a famous shopping outlet with 250 stores, will be a top choice. Don’t forget to take the time for a stroll around the Riverwalk Arts and Entertainment District and enjoy the setting sun as the day comes to a close.

The Fort Lauderdale Amtrak station is the main train station in the city, offering quick access to other cities in the state of Florida. In the centre of town, not too far from the train station, you can find the Greyhound station which is the busiest coach travel hub in Fort Lauderdale. The principal airport in the area is the Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport which, as its name suggests, is located right in between the two neighbouring cities. However, it's also easy to get from Fort Lauderdale to Miami Airport for more flight options.

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 Fort Lauderdale?

Main departure station: Tri-Rail Station - 200 SW 21 Ter

Tri-Rail Station - 200 SW 21 Ter - FLLAMT-0

Tri-Rail Station - 200 SW 21 Ter - FLLAMT-1

Tri-Rail Station - 200 SW 21 Ter - FLLAMT-2

The Tri-Rail Station in Fort Lauderdale serves local Tri-Rail trains that travel throughout Florida and Amtrak trains to connect with the United States’ largest passenger rail system. Amtrak Silver Service trains stop in Fort Lauderdale along their New York to Miami route. The station features ample parking, indoor seating and toilets, and two platforms with Mediterranean-style tiled roofs. Located adjacent to Interstate 95, it is easy to connect by highway to your final destination or head a few miles East into downtown Fort Lauderdale.

All train stations in Fort Lauderdale:

Tri-Rail Station - 200 SW 21 Ter

Where is the train station in Los Angeles?

Main arrival station: Union Station

Los Angeles, CA - Union Station - LAXUST-0

Union Station is the main train station in Los Angeles and the largest railway passenger terminal in the Western United States. The station was opened in 1939 and has become one of California’s busiest transport 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 coach 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.

Train stations in Los Angeles:

Union Station
Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd

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