5.0
Pros: The whole experience was extremely comfortable and roomy. I slept the whole time and had no problems at all. Tips: Just get the economy ticket. It's more than enough.
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Los Angeles - Needles Train Timetable
- Mon,
- Wed,
- Thu,
- Fri
10:52 AM
12:11 AM
- Mon,
- Wed,
- Thu,
- Fri
11:07 AM
12:11 AM
- Mon,
- Wed,
- Thu,
- Fri
5:55 PM
12:11 AM
Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Los Angeles to Needles. The train trip from Los Angeles to Needles is usually about 10 hours and 18 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Southwest Chief train can get you there in as little as 6 hours and 16 minutes.
| Distance | 214 mi (344 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 16m |
| Lowest price | €40.13 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
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Overall score for trains from Los Angeles to Needles
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
What is the price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Needles?
Over the past month, a train ticket between Los Angeles and Needles cost €40.13, on average. This is a great bargain given the length of the route. Booking your trip at least 10 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around €42.93 more.
Monthly average prices
Mark your calendar for November if you want to score the cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Needles. You’ll find the best deals during this time of year, when tickets cost an average of €61. If you're planning a trip from Los Angeles to Needles during July, bear in mind that ticket prices are usually higher during this month. Expect to pay about €84 for your train ticket, unless you book well in advance and find an even better deal.
Which train should you take from Los Angeles to Needles?
2 train services operate from Los Angeles to Needles. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 13h 12m | €64.29 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 6h 16m | €47.00 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad 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 restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Los Angeles to Needles every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €56.
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 Needles in about 6 hours and 16 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
The distance between Los Angeles and Needles is approximately 214 miles, or 344 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 18 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 16 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 spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Los Angeles to Needles are the most crowded on Thursday. 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 traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Los Angeles at 10:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 17:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Los Angeles twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Needles faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Needles to Los Angeles.
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 bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring 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?
Image credit: David Wilson
Link to image attributionMain departure station: Union Station
Union Station is the main train station in Los Angeles and the largest railroad passenger terminal in the Western United States. The station was opened in 1939 and has become one of California’s busiest transportation 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 bus 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.
All train stations in Los Angeles:
Union Station
Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
Where is the train station in Needles?
Main arrival station: 950 Front St
Needles has one train station.
Train stations in Needles:
950 Front St
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