Cheap train tickets from Glendale to Los Angeles

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Trip Summary

There are usually 7 daily train trips available from Glendale to Los Angeles. Traveling by train from Glendale to Los Angeles usually takes 26 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Pacific Surfliner train can make the trip in 16 minutes.

Distance: 6 mi (10 km)
Fastest train: 16m
Lowest price: CZK 109.06
Trains per day: 7
Most frequent service: Amtrak Pacific Surfliner
Train lines: 1

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Glendale to Los Angeles Train Schedule

There are several train options that can take you from Glendale to Los Angeles:

Amtrak Pacific Surfliner tickets: CZK 109 one-way

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

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Glendale to Los Angeles was CZK 228.38. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 2 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around CZK 6.11 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Glendale to Los Angeles by travel date

The cost of a one-way train trip from Glendale to Los Angeles is expected to stay pretty stable over the next four weeks. No matter which day you travel, you can expect to pay about CZK 240 for your ticket.

Average train ticket prices from Glendale to Los Angeles by month

Taking the train from Glendale to Los Angeles usually costs about the same throughout the year. In general, train ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around CZK 218 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

The price of train trips from Glendale to Los Angeles doesn't fluctuate much throughout the year, so you don’t need to book your tickets super far in advance. However, to avoid last-minute price surges or sold-out tickets, we recommend purchasing your train tickets at least 48 hours before departure.

Which train should you take from Glendale to Los Angeles?

Amtrak Pacific Surfliner is the one and only train line which connects Glendale to Los Angeles. However, there are 7 trains per day to choose from.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner	7	26m	CZK 232.82

The Pacific Surfliner is Amtrak’s passenger train service that runs along the Pacific coast of Southern California, connecting San Luis Obispo to the north with San Diego to the south. The line is among the most famous Amtrak routes due to the unique scenic views it presents, as the train parallels the coastline for large portions of the 268-mile railroad stretch. The Pacific Surfliner offers first-class amenities like onboard restrooms, free WiFi, seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as storage racks for surfboards. On average, the service offers 7 train trips from Glendale to Los Angeles every day, and prices for a one-way train ticket start from CZK 109.06.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Glendale to Los Angeles

The distance between Glendale and Los Angeles is approximately 6 miles, or 10 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 26 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 16 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Los Angeles.

Distance (mi)

Distance (km)

The earliest train departs Glendale at 5:26am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:28pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

First train

5:26am

Last train

9:28pm

Trains from Glendale to Los Angeles are the most crowded on Tuesday. 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

Tuesday

Least crowded

Saturday

City Information

Glendale

Glendale is a city located in the suburb of Los Angeles and bustles with hiking trails, outdoor areas, and rich history. History and art lovers can check out the Museum of Neon Art, which has a unique selection of light-based electric art and vintage neon signs. A more traditional option is the 19th-century Doctor's House Museum and Gazebo. Go hiking in the popular Brand Park or Deukmejian Wilderness Park, located at the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains. You can also do your best to view a picturesque scene from the top of the Verdugo Mountains. The city is known for Brand Boulevard, a road packed with different retailers, local stores, arts, and entertainment centers.

Nightlife in Glendale starts in the downtown area, which isn't far from Brand Boulevard. After exploring restaurants and shops during the day, you can visit their bars, breweries, distilleries, and nightclubs at night. The city is always bustling with beer festivals like Corks & Hops, art and craft fairs like the Fermont Festival of the Arts, antique collectibles shows, food festivals like the Soul Food Cookout, and music events.

The train is the easiest way to get there if you're visiting Glendale. Over 150 cities provide trains going to this city, most of them from Amtrak. It is only accessible via two bus routes from Amtrak Thruway. The LZTC is the main transportation hub for Glendale, and other systems use this as a layover or transfer point.

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 Glendale?

Main departure station: Glendale Transp Ctr - 400 W Cerritos Ave

There is one train station in Glendale.

All train stations in Glendale:

Glendale Transp Ctr - 400 W Cerritos Ave

Where is the train station in Los Angeles?

Main arrival station: 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth

There are more train stations and stops in Los Angeles than most cities. Most trains from Glendale will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Los Angeles:

All train stations in Los Angeles:

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

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