Cheap train tickets from Los Angeles to Yuma
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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Los Angeles to Yuma. Traveling by train from Los Angeles to Yuma usually takes 4 hours and 47 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 229 mi (368 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 47m |
| Lowest price | $47.00 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Sunset Limited |
| Train lines | 2 |
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Los Angeles to Yuma Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by train or bus from Los Angeles to Yuma?
There are usually 6 daily bus trips available from Los Angeles to Yuma.
Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$81.05 | Avg. Price$62.88Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips6 |
Duration | Duration4h 47mFaster | Duration11h 35m |
There are several train options that can take you from Los Angeles to Yuma:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Yuma?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Yuma was $52.50. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 29 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $49.19 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Los Angeles to Yuma by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Los Angeles to Yuma will cost between $43 and $73. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Los Angeles to Yuma by month
Ticket prices for the train from Los Angeles to Yuma often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in February when the average ticket price is only $55. If you're thinking of traveling from Los Angeles to Yuma during December, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $109 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in December, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Los Angeles to Yuma on Wanderu at least 29 days ahead of time, you can save about $49.19 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
What train companies travel from Los Angeles to Yuma?
There are multiple trains that travel from Los Angeles to Yuma, including Amtrak Sunset Limited, Amtrak Texas Eagle. Here is what you should know about the 2 most popular train lines:
| TRAIN | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Sunset Limited | 1 | 4h 47m | $83.52 |
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 1 | 4h 47m | $78.58 |
The Amtrak Sunset Limited is a southern Amtrak route that crosses through Louisiana, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California. The double-decker carriages have a variety of roomettes, bedrooms, and suites, as well as a restuarant and cafe service.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Los Angeles to Yuma
Trains leave the station in Los Angeles twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Yuma with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains. You can also take a train for your return trip from Yuma to Los Angeles. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Los Angeles to Yuma for $35.
TRIPS PER DAY
2
DIRECT TRIPS
2
The distance between Los Angeles and Yuma is approximately 229 miles, or 368 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 47 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)
229
DISTANCE (KM)
368
The earliest train departs Los Angeles at 10:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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
10:00pm
LATEST TRAIN
10:00pm
Trains from Los Angeles to Yuma are the most crowded on Friday. 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
Friday
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 Los Angeles?
Main 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
Where does the train arrive in Yuma?
Main arrival station: 281 Gila St
Yuma has one train station.
All train stations in Yuma:
- 281 Gila St
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