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Pros: they did not include wifi, it is important for such a long trip. Cons: Free wifi and water.
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Trip Summary
You can pick from 3 daily train trips between Los Angeles and Lafayette. The average train journey from Los Angeles to Lafayette takes 44 hours and 11 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 41 hours and 12 minutes.
| Distance | 1552 mi (2498 km) |
| Fastest train | 41h 12m |
| Lowest price | €135.70 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
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What is the price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Lafayette?
Over the past month, a train ticket between Los Angeles and Lafayette cost €156.91, on average. Since this route covers a considerable distance, tickets are typically a bit pricier than most train fares. Booking your trip at least 16 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around €208.27 more.
Monthly average prices
Ticket prices for the train from Los Angeles to Lafayette often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in January when the average ticket price is only €188,
If you're thinking of traveling from Los Angeles to Lafayette during August, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of €250 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in August, is to book your trip well in advance.
Which train should you take from Los Angeles to Lafayette?
2 train services operate from Los Angeles to Lafayette. 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 | 1d 21h 11m | €278.63 |
| Amtrak Sunset Limited | 1 | 1d 17h 12m | €251.38 |
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 2 Amtrak trains from Los Angeles to Lafayette every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €161.
The Sunset Limited is an Amtrak train that travels nearly 2,000 miles through the American Southwest from Los Angeles to New Orleans. The mountain, desert, and bayou landscapes along the route make the Sunset Limited one of the most scenic Amtrak train routes. Travelers can book a coach seat or upgrade to a roomette for additional space and sleeping accommodations. All classes of service can stay connected with seatside power outlets and access the cafe car to purchase snacks. A Coach ticket for a comfortable, convenient, and scenic ride from Los Angeles to Lafayette on the Sunset Limited usually costs about .
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Los Angeles and Lafayette is approximately 1552 miles, or 2498 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 44 hours and 11 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 41 hours and 12 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.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Los Angeles to Lafayette. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Los Angeles at 15:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. 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. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Los Angeles to Lafayette. 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 Lafayette 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 Lafayette?
Main arrival station: 100 Lee Ave
Lafayette has one train station.
Train stations in Lafayette:
100 Lee Ave
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