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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Los Angeles to Lompoc. The train trip from Los Angeles to Lompoc is usually about 3 hours and 38 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Pacific Surfliner train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 18 minutes.
| Distance | 133 mi (214 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 18m |
| Lowest price | $38.00 |
| Trains per day | 7 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Pacific Surfliner |
| Train lines | 1 |
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Average score for trains from Los Angeles to Lompoc
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
4.5
What is the price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Lompoc?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Lompoc was $38.67. Compared to most train fares, this is an excellent price. 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 $0.15 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Monthly avg. prices
Ticket prices for the train from Los Angeles to Lompoc stay pretty consistent throughout the year. You can expect to pay around $39 regardless of when you plan to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
Since ticket prices on this route stay pretty consistent, you don’t need to book way in advance. However, we recommend buying your train ticket to Lompoc at least 48 hours before your scheduled departure to prevent any unpleasant surprises, like last-minute surges in price or sold-out tickets.
Which train should you take from Los Angeles to Lompoc?
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner is the one and only train line which connects Los Angeles to Lompoc. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Pacific Surfliner | 2 | 3h 38m | $38.76 |
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 2 train trips from Los Angeles to Lompoc every day, and prices for a one-way train ticket start from $38.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Los Angeles and Lompoc is approximately 133 miles, or 214 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 38 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 18 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.
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Los Angeles to Lompoc. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Los Angeles at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
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 Lompoc 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 Lompoc to Los Angeles.
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?
Image credit: David Wilson
Link to image attributionMain 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
Metrolink Station
10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
Where is the train station in Lompoc?
Main arrival station: Surf Beach
Lompoc has one train station.
All train stations in Lompoc:
Surf Beach
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