Cheap train tickets from Los Angeles to Santa Clara
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Trip Summary
There are usually 5 daily train trips available from Los Angeles to Santa Clara. Traveling by train from Los Angeles to Santa Clara usually takes 10 hours and 31 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 7 hours and 22 minutes.
| Distance | 309 mi (497 km) |
| Fastest train | 7h 22m |
| Lowest price | $90.00 |
| Trains per day | 0 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
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Los Angeles to Santa Clara Train Schedule
There are several train options that can take you from Los Angeles to Santa Clara:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Santa Clara?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Santa Clara was $123.29. This is somewhat expensive compared to other train fares, but it makes sense given the route’s long distance. The further in advance you book your travels, the more likely it is you can find tickets at this price or lower.
Average train ticket prices from Los Angeles to Santa Clara by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Los Angeles to Santa Clara will cost between $100 and $132. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Los Angeles to Santa Clara by month
Ticket prices for the train from Los Angeles to Santa Clara 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 $100. If you're thinking of traveling from Los Angeles to Santa Clara during September, 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 September, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
You can score the best price on a train ticket from Los Angeles to Santa Clara by booking on Wanderu in advance. Tickets are nearly always cheaper the further in advance you purchase them.
Which train should you take from Los Angeles to Santa Clara?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Los Angeles to Santa Clara. However, there are 5 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 5 | 10h 31m | $126.50 |
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 5 Amtrak trains from Los Angeles to Santa Clara every day, as well as 21 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $90.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Los Angeles to Santa Clara
The distance between Los Angeles and Santa Clara is approximately 309 miles, or 497 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 31 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 22 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)
309
Distance (km)
497
The earliest train departs Los Angeles at 4:50am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:59pm. 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
4:50am
Last train
7:59pm
Trains from Los Angeles to Santa Clara are the most crowded on Monday. 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 Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Monday
Least crowded
Friday
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.
Santa Clara
Santa Clara is a city in the San Francisco Bay Area, home to Santa Clara University, the San Francisco 49ers, and many of Silicon Valley's prominent tech companies. The Intel Museum, at Intel's headquarters, is the perfect place to celebrate technological advances and see exhibits like a giant replica of an Intel computing chip. The Intel Museum is free to visit, as is the Triton Museum of Art, home to contemporary artworks from Bay Area artists.
If you'd rather escape the fast-paced world of tech, the Santa Clara Valley is also home to over 30 wineries that encourage visitors to take it slow and relax a while. Drink in the view as you sip the wines at Kirigin Cellars, one of the oldest wineries in California.
Santa Clara is a fabulous city for a family vacation, too, just maybe without the winery visits. Instead, treat the kids to thrills at California's Great Adventure amusement park and South Bay Shores water park.
Santa Clara is one of the stops on the Capitol Corridor train that runs from San Jose to Sacramento. Amtrak Thruway provides a few bus trips out of Santa Clara, but there are even more options departing from its neighbors, San Jose and San Francisco. The closest major airport to Santa Clara is the San Jose Airport, but it also convenient to fly into San Francisco or Oakland.
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
- Metrolink Station
- 592 Gayley Ave
Where is the train station in Santa Clara?
Main arrival station: 5099 Stars and Stripes Dr
Santa Clara receives travelers from Los Angeles at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Santa Clara:
- 5099 Stars and Stripes Dr
- Caltrain ACE station - 1001 Railroad Ave
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