Cheap train tickets from Carmel-By-The-Sea to Los Angeles
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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Carmel-By-The-Sea to Los Angeles. Traveling by train from Carmel-By-The-Sea to Los Angeles usually takes 11 hours and 4 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 10 hours and 46 minutes.
- Distance
- 270 mi (435 km)
- Fastest train
- 10h 46m
- Lowest price
- CZK 1,787.60
- Trains per day
- 0
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 1
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Carmel-By-The-Sea to Los Angeles Train Schedule

There are several train options that can take you from Carmel-By-The-Sea to Los Angeles:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Carmel-By-The-Sea to Los Angeles?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Carmel-By-The-Sea to Los Angeles was CZK 2,125.50. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 25 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around CZK 890.09 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Carmel-By-The-Sea to Los Angeles by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Carmel-By-The-Sea to Los Angeles will cost between CZK 1,744 and CZK 2,769. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Carmel-By-The-Sea to Los Angeles by month
Ticket prices for the train from Carmel-By-The-Sea to Los Angeles often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in April when the average ticket price is only CZK 2,180. If you're thinking of traveling from Carmel-By-The-Sea to Los Angeles during July, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of CZK 2,725 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in July, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Carmel-By-The-Sea to Los Angeles on Wanderu at least 25 days ahead of time, you can save about CZK 890.09 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Carmel-By-The-Sea to Los Angeles?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Carmel-By-The-Sea to Los Angeles. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 11h 4m | CZK 2,594.39 |
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 Carmel-By-The-Sea to Los Angeles every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from CZK 1,787.60.










Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Carmel-By-The-Sea to Los Angeles
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, 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 Carmel-By-The-Sea.
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
0
The distance between Carmel-By-The-Sea and Los Angeles is approximately 270 miles, or 435 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 hours and 4 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 10 hours and 46 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)
270
Distance (km)
435
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Carmel-By-The-Sea at 9:50am and arrives in Los Angeles around 10 hours later.
First train
9:50am
Last train
9:50am
Trains from Carmel-By-The-Sea 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 traveling on Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Monday
Least crowded
Saturday
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 Carmel-By-The-Sea?
Main departure station: 3645 Rio Rd
There is one train station in Carmel-By-The-Sea.
All train stations in Carmel-By-The-Sea:
- 3645 Rio Rd
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 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
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