Los Angeles to Palm Desert train

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Los Angeles - Palm Desert Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

3 trains operate daily from Los Angeles to Palm Desert. The train trip from Los Angeles to Palm Desert is usually about 7 hours and 32 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 20 minutes.

	Distance	110 mi (176 km)
	Fastest train	4h 20m
	Lowest price	€18.85
	Most frequent service	Amtrak
	Train lines	1

Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for trains from Los Angeles to Palm Desert

(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)

5.0

Joyce

1 September 2019- Solo travel

Amtrak

Pros: Since it was my first time, it is wonderful to see all the different cities and towns. And where people cut off. Cons: Nothing needs to be improved since I got off in Palm Desert do I return to the same location to go back to LA outside of the Whole Foods Market at the end of the month because I had a round-trip ticket and the driver didn’t tell me to return but maybe he didn’t know I was coming back at the end of the month. Please inform me because I don’t want to be stuck out here in front of the The Whole Foods Market at 6:30 AM and the last day of September. Tips: Sorry I’m using the spaces to contact you about my return trip but if you can get back to me and let me know exactly where I need to go back to be picked up for the return trip.

What is the price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Palm Desert?

Over the past month, a train ticket between Los Angeles and Palm Desert cost €24.12, on average. This is about as cheap as train fares get on this route. Booking your trip at least 11 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around €0.25 more.

Monthly average prices

Taking the train from Los Angeles to Palm Desert usually costs about the same throughout the year. In general, train ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around €24 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

Since ticket prices on this route stay pretty consistent, you don’t need to book way in advance. However, we recommend buying your train ticket to Palm Desert at least 48 hours before your scheduled departure to prevent any unpleasant surprises, like last-minute surges in price or sold-out tickets.

Which train should you take from Los Angeles to Palm Desert?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Los Angeles to Palm Desert. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	3	7h 33m	€24.14

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 3 Amtrak trains from Los Angeles to Palm Desert every day, as well as 6 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €19.

Frequently Asked Questions

While the train is the main method of transportation from Los Angeles to Palm Desert, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.

The distance between Los Angeles and Palm Desert is approximately 110 miles, or 176 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 32 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 20 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.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Los Angeles to Palm Desert on Wednesday. Tickets for Wednesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

The earliest train departs Los Angeles at 10:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 15:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 3 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 carry-on 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 Palm Desert 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?

Main departure station: Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd

Los Angeles has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Palm Desert.

All train stations in Los Angeles:

Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
Union Station
10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth

Where is the train station in Palm Desert?

Main arrival station: Sunline Transit Stop - 44449 Towne Ctr Way

Palm Desert has one train station.

Train stations in Palm Desert:

Sunline Transit Stop - 44449 Towne Ctr Way

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