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Cheap train tickets from Topeka to Los Angeles
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Trip Summary
There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Topeka to Los Angeles. Travelling by train from Topeka to Los Angeles usually takes 1 day, 13 hours and 4 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Southwest Chief train can make the trip in 1 day, 10 hours and 3 minutes.
- Distance
- 1295 mi (2084 km)
- Fastest train
- 34h 3m
- Lowest price
- £132.26
- Trains per day
- 3
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 2
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Topeka to Los Angeles Train Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from Topeka to Los Angeles?
There are usually 4 daily coach trips from Topeka to Los Angeles.
Train | Coach | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£177.96 | Avg. Price£174.70Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips4 |
Duration | Duration37h 4mFaster | Duration37h 35m |
There are several train options that can take you from Topeka to Los Angeles:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Topeka to Los Angeles?
In the last month, train tickets from Topeka to Los Angeles cost about £140 when booked at the cheapest time. This is somewhat expensive compared to other train fares, but it makes sense given the route’s long distance. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 14 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around £147.12 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Topeka to Los Angeles by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Topeka to Los Angeles will cost between £120 and £169. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Topeka to Los Angeles by month
Ticket prices for the train from Topeka to Los Angeles often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in May when the average ticket price is only £147. If you're thinking of travelling from Topeka to Los Angeles during December, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £242 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 Topeka to Los Angeles on Wanderu at least 14 days ahead of time, you can save about £147.12 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Topeka to Los Angeles?
2 train services operate from Topeka to Los Angeles. 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 | 37h 44m | £179.97 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 34h 27m | £169.94 |
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 Topeka to Los Angeles every day, as well as 4 trips at the weekends, with prices starting from £141.17.
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 Topeka to Los Angeles in about 1 day, 10 hours and 27 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 Topeka to Los Angeles
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Topeka 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 Topeka. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Topeka to Los Angeles for £116.
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
1
The distance between Topeka and Los Angeles is approximately 1,295 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 day, 13 hours and 4 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 day, 10 hours and 3 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)
1295
Distance (km)
2084
The earliest train departs Topeka at 23:24 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:24. 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
11:24pm
Last train
11:24pm
Trains from Topeka 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 Topeka?
Main departure station: 500 SE Holliday Pl
There is one train station in Topeka.
All train stations in Topeka:
- 500 SE Holliday Pl
Where is the train station in Los Angeles?
Main arrival station: 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
There are more train stations and stops in Los Angeles than most cities. Most trains from Topeka will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Los Angeles:
Train stations in Los Angeles:
- 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
- Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
- Union Station
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