Cheap train tickets from Los Angeles to Indio
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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Los Angeles to Indio. Traveling by train from Los Angeles to Indio usually takes 4 hours and 39 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 3 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 119 mi (191 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 50m |
| Lowest price | $21.00 |
| Trains per day | 0 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
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Los Angeles to Indio Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Los Angeles to Indio?
There are usually 17 daily bus trips available from Los Angeles to Indio.
Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$23.99Cheaper | Avg. Price$41.86 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips17 |
Duration | Duration4h 39m | Duration3h 43mFaster |
There are several train options that can take you from Los Angeles to Indio:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Indio?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Indio was $21.00. 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 17 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $3.00 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Los Angeles to Indio by travel date
The cost of a one-way train trip from Los Angeles to Indio is expected to stay pretty stable over the next four weeks. No matter which day you travel, you can expect to pay about $24 for your ticket.
Average train ticket prices from Los Angeles to Indio by month
Taking the train from Los Angeles to Indio usually costs about the same throughout the year. In general, train ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $26 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
The price of train trips from Los Angeles to Indio 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 Los Angeles to Indio?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Los Angeles to Indio. 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 | 4h 39m | $23.99 |
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 Los Angeles to Indio every day, as well as 3 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $21.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Los Angeles to Indio
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 Indio to Los Angeles. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Los Angeles to Indio for $23.
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
0
The distance between Los Angeles and Indio is approximately 119 miles, or 191 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 39 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 50 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)
119
Distance (km)
191
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Los Angeles at 2:46pm and arrives in Indio around 3 hours later.
First train
2:46pm
Last train
4:10pm
Trains from Los Angeles to Indio 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.
Busiest
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 is the train station 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
- Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
- 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
Where is the train station in Indio?
Main arrival station: Highway 111 and Monroe St
Indio has one train station.
All train stations in Indio:
- Highway 111 and Monroe St
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