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Los Angeles to Modesto Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Los Angeles to Modesto?
There are usually 19 daily bus trips available from Los Angeles to Modesto.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceCZK 1,130.72 | Avg. PriceCZK 1,138.72 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips19 | Daily Trips12 |
Duration | Duration9h 33m | Duration7h 15m |
Trip Summary
There are usually 12 daily train trips available from Los Angeles to Modesto. Traveling by train from Los Angeles to Modesto usually takes 7 hours and 8 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 6 hours and 36 minutes.
| Distance | 292 mi (470 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 36m |
| Lowest price | CZK 1,010.70 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
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What is the price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Modesto?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Modesto was CZK 1,120.61. 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 CZK 31.37 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Los Angeles to Modesto by travel date
For the next 30 days, the cost of a one-way train trip from Los Angeles to Modesto will range from CZK 1,116 to CZK 1,242. If you're planning to travel by train to Modesto in the upcoming week, the cheapest train ticket from Los Angeles you can find in the next 7 days is CZK 1,116. Be sure to book your trip in advance as train ticket prices typically increase as your travel date approaches.
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Prices as travel date approaches
If you're looking to save on your train trip from Los Angeles to Modesto, book online with Wanderu at least 29 days in advance. That way, you’ll save CZK 31.37 compared to booking your ticket last minute.
Which train should you take from Los Angeles to Modesto?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Los Angeles to Modesto. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 12 | 7h 9m | CZK 1,148.83 |
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 12 Amtrak trains from Los Angeles to Modesto every day, as well as 15 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from CZK 1,011.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Los Angeles to Modesto
The distance between Los Angeles and Modesto is approximately 292 miles, or 470 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 8 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 36 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.
Trains departing from Los Angeles to Modesto tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Los Angeles at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 12 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Modesto 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.
Modesto
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Link to image attributionModesto is a city in Central Valley, California. The city is known for its large agricultural industry and number of museums. Modesto is home to museums, natural history sites, and planetariums, like the Great Valley Museum and McHenry Museum. It also has different amusement and recreational centers offering playgrounds, rides, go-cart, and more, like Funworks Modesto and Graceada Park. As for nature lovers, Modesto features places for sports, hiking, camping, fishing, and picnics, like Jacob Myers Park and Ceres River Bluff Regional Park. The city is also a fun place for arts with the Graffiti Summer and the Gallo Center for the Arts.
The CA city is ideal for all craft beer and wine lovers, as it has several breweries and wineries to visit. Modesto also has a vibrant nightlife, with different nightclubs, lounges, bars, and restaurants, and is always brimming with pool parties, trance festivals, DJ nights, and more. Downtown Modesto has become a vibrant place for shopping, dining, and parties.
Modesto features several train and bus lines for those in and around the city. The city is easily accessible by Amtrak and Amtrak San Joaquins for trains, while Tufesa Plus offers bus services. The City of Modesto Transit Services powers the city's transportation.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Los Angeles?
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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
592 Gayley Ave
10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
Where is the train station in Modesto?
Main arrival station: 1700 Held Dr
Modesto has one train station.
All train stations in Modesto:
1700 Held Dr
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