Cheap train tickets from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles
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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles. Traveling by train from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles usually takes 78 hours and 18 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 65 hours and 33 minutes.
| Distance | 1759 mi (2831 km) |
| Fastest train | 65h 33m |
| Lowest price | $360.00 |
| Trains per day | 0 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
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Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles Train Schedule
There are several train options that can take you from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles:
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Average train ticket prices from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles by month
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What train companies travel from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles?
There are multiple trains that travel from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles, including Amtrak. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular train lines:
| TRAIN | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 78h 18m | $715.00 |
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 2 Amtrak trains from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $360.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles
The distance between Tuscaloosa and Los Angeles is approximately 1759 miles, or 2831 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 78 hours and 18 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 65 hours and 33 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.
DISTANCE (MI)
1759
DISTANCE (KM)
2831
The earliest train departs Tuscaloosa at 2:02pm while the last train of the day leaves at 3:09pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
EARLIEST TRAIN
2:02pm
LATEST TRAIN
3:09pm
Trains from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles are the most crowded on Sunday. 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 Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
MOST CROWDED
Sunday
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 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 does the train leave from in Tuscaloosa?
Main departure station: 2105 Greensboro Ave
There is one train station in Tuscaloosa.
All train stations in Tuscaloosa:
- 2105 Greensboro Ave
Where does the train arrive in Los Angeles?
Main arrival 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
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