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Cheap train tickets from Naperville to Los Angeles
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Trip Summary
There are usually 4 daily train trips available from Naperville to Los Angeles. Travelling by train from Naperville to Los Angeles usually takes 2 days and 31 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Southwest Chief train can make the trip in 1 day, 19 hours and 24 minutes.
- Distance
- 1714 mi (2759 km)
- Fastest train
- 43h 24m
- Lowest price
- £144.89
- Trains per day
- 4
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 2
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Naperville to Los Angeles Train Timetable
There are several train options that can take you from Naperville to Los Angeles:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Naperville to Los Angeles?
In the last month, train tickets from Naperville to Los Angeles cost about £176 when booked at the cheapest time. Considering the distance between Naperville 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 4 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around £35.62 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Naperville to Los Angeles by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Naperville to Los Angeles will cost between £174 and £250. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Naperville to Los Angeles by month
Ticket prices for the train from Naperville 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 £174. If you're thinking of travelling from Naperville to Los Angeles during March, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £303 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
By booking your train trip from Naperville to Los Angeles on Wanderu at least 4 days ahead of time, you can save about £35.62 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Naperville to Los Angeles?
2 train services operate from Naperville to Los Angeles. Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 3 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 3 | 49h 14m | £196.69 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 43h 24m | £171.64 |
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 3 Amtrak trains from Naperville to Los Angeles every day, as well as 5 trips at the weekends, with prices starting from £144.89.
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 Naperville to Los Angeles in about 1 day, 19 hours and 24 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 Naperville to Los Angeles
Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Naperville to Los Angeles. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a coach 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.
There are 4 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Naperville to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles to Naperville.
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
1
The distance between Naperville and Los Angeles is approximately 1,714 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 days and 31 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 day, 19 hours and 24 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)
1714
Distance (km)
2759
The earliest train departs Naperville at 8:15 while the last train of the day leaves at 14:34. 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
8:15am
Last train
2:34pm
Trains from Naperville 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 Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Wednesday
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 Naperville?
Main departure station: 105 E Fourth Ave
There is one train station in Naperville.
All train stations in Naperville:
- 105 E Fourth Ave
Where is the train station in Los Angeles?
Main arrival station: Union Station
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
- 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
- Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
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