Cheap train tickets from Spokane to Los Angeles
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Trip Summary
There are usually 6 daily train trips available from Spokane to Los Angeles. Travelling by train from Spokane to Los Angeles usually takes 1 day, 14 hours and 24 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 1 day, 13 hours and 21 minutes.
- Distance
- 941 mi (1515 km)
- Fastest train
- 37h 21m
- Lowest price
- RON 979.67
- Trains per day
- 6
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 1
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Spokane to Los Angeles Train Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from Spokane to Los Angeles?
There are usually 3 daily coach trips from Spokane to Los Angeles.
Train | Coach | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceRON 1,339.14 | Avg. PriceRON 873.01Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips6 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration38h 24m | Duration36h 48mFaster |

There are several train options that can take you from Spokane to Los Angeles:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Spokane to Los Angeles?
In the last month, train tickets from Spokane to Los Angeles cost about RON 1,077 when booked at the cheapest time. Considering the distance between Spokane 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 20 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around RON 432.82 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Spokane to Los Angeles by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Spokane to Los Angeles will cost between RON 989 and RON 2,084. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Spokane to Los Angeles by month
Ticket prices for the train from Spokane to Los Angeles often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in October when the average ticket price is only RON 1,200. If you're thinking of travelling from Spokane to Los Angeles during December, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of RON 1,567 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 Spokane to Los Angeles on Wanderu at least 20 days ahead of time, you can save about RON 432.82 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Spokane to Los Angeles?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Spokane to Los Angeles. However, there are 6 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 6 | 38h 24m | RON 1,339.14 |
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 6 Amtrak trains from Spokane to Los Angeles every day, as well as 8 trips at the weekends, with prices starting from RON 979.67.










Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Spokane to Los Angeles
Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Spokane 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 6 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 Spokane. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Spokane to Los Angeles for RON 521.
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
0
The distance between Spokane and Los Angeles is approximately 941 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 day, 14 hours and 24 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 day, 13 hours and 21 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)
941
Distance (km)
1515
The earliest train departs Spokane at 3:49 while the last train of the day leaves at 3:49. 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
3:49am
Last train
3:49am
Trains from Spokane to Los Angeles 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 travelling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Monday
Least crowded
Tuesday
City Information
Spokane



As the second-largest city in the state, Spokane is a family-friendly Washington destination that offers plenty of fun for everyone. The first thing you should do is explore the numerous lakes that the city is blessed with. Offering idyllic views as well as the chance to enjoy outdoor recreational activities, the local lakes allow you to fill an entire day with plenty of fun. The best choice would be Lake Pend Oreille, which features still water and a calm vibe. While you’re in town, check out Riverfront Park. Voted one of the most beautiful urban parks in the U.S. by National Geographic, the park sits on the bank of the Spokane River, offering a great chance for you to unwind and get lost in nature. If you seek a cultural experience, Corbin Art Center might just have what you need.
Spokane greets its hungry visitors with plenty of farm-to-table restaurants, which offer the freshest produce. Some local favourites you should check out include Gander & Ryegrass, Spencer’s for Steaks and Chops, or Churchill’s Steakhouse.
Spokane’s main hub of transport is the coach & train station at 221 W 1st Ave right in the heart of the city’s downtown area. From there, you can catch coaches to various cities like Seattle, Missoula and Portland, as well as trains to San Francisco, Chicago and Salt Lake City, among many other places. Spokane is served by Amtrak’s Empire Builder line. The city’s main airport is Spokane International Airport, situated 5 miles west of downtown.
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 Spokane?
Main departure station: 221 W 1st Ave


The Spokane Intermodal Center on 1st Ave is Spokane’s primary hub for coach and train service. The city’s original train station was built at this location in 1891, and the red brick building has since been remodeled and expanded to include intercity coach service, too. Today, passengers can catch the iconic Amtrak Empire Builder train along its route from Chicago to Seattle or Portland, or hop on a FlixBus US or Jefferson Lines coach heading to destinations throughout the Northwest. The station is just north of I-90 and centrally located in Spokane, within a mile of the sprawling Riverfront Park, the Spokane Convention Center, and Gonzaga University.
All train stations in Spokane:
- 221 W 1st 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
- Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
- 592 Gayley Ave
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