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Los Angeles to Wichita Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Los Angeles to Wichita?
There are usually 1 daily bus trips available from Los Angeles to Wichita.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PricePLN 699.11 | Avg. PricePLN 999.22 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration1d 20h 30m | Duration1d 15h 14m |
Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Los Angeles to Wichita. Traveling by train from Los Angeles to Wichita usually takes 40 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 33 hours and 26 minutes.
| Distance | 1195 mi (1923 km) |
| Fastest train | 33h 26m |
| Lowest price | PLN 662.05 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Wichita?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Wichita was PLN 710.62. This is somewhat expensive compared to other train fares, but it makes sense given the route’s long distance. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 28 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around PLN 395.79 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Los Angeles to Wichita by month
Prices as travel date approaches
If you're looking to save on your train trip from Los Angeles to Wichita, book online with Wanderu at least 28 days in advance. That way, you’ll save PLN 395.79 compared to booking your ticket last minute.
Which train should you take from Los Angeles to Wichita?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Los Angeles to Wichita. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 1d 16h 35m | PLN 1,097.74 |
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 2 Amtrak trains from Los Angeles to Wichita every day, as well as 3 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from PLN 662.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Los Angeles to Wichita
The distance between Los Angeles and Wichita is approximately 1195 miles, or 1923 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 40 hours and 34 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 33 hours and 26 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.
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Los Angeles to Wichita. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday 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 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. 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. However, there are no direct trains. 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 change 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 Wichita 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
10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
Where is the train station in Wichita?
Main arrival station: 214 S Topeka St
Wichita has one train station.
All train stations in Wichita:
214 S Topeka St
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