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Cheap train tickets from Los Angeles to New York
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Trip Summary
There are usually 8 daily train trips available from Los Angeles to New York. Traveling by train from Los Angeles to New York usually takes 81 hours and 54 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 70 hours and 7 minutes.
- Distance
- 2446 mi (3936 km)
- Fastest train
- 70h 7m
- Lowest price
- NOK 2,821.51
- Trains per day
- 0
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 1
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Los Angeles to New York Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Los Angeles to New York?
There are usually 105 daily bus trips available from Los Angeles to New York.
Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceNOK 5,598.38 | Avg. PriceNOK 2,811.73Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips8 | Daily Trips105 |
Duration | Duration81h 54m | Duration76h 7mFaster |
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Los Angeles to New York Route Map
There are several train options that can take you from Los Angeles to New York:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to New York?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to New York was NOK 4,418.28. Considering the distance between Los Angeles and New York, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. 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 NOK 3,167.03 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Los Angeles to New York by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Los Angeles to New York will cost between NOK 3,097 and NOK 5,748. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Los Angeles to New York by month
Ticket prices for the train from Los Angeles to New York 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 NOK 4,152. If you're thinking of traveling from Los Angeles to New York during November, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of NOK 6,071 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in November, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Los Angeles to New York on Wanderu at least 29 days ahead of time, you can save about NOK 3,167.03 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Los Angeles to New York?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Los Angeles to New York. However, there are 8 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 8 | 81h 54m | NOK 5,598.42 |
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 8 Amtrak trains from Los Angeles to New York every day, as well as 10 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from NOK 2,555.51.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Los Angeles to New York
There are 8 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 New York to Los Angeles. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Los Angeles to New York for NOK 1,325.
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
0
The distance between Los Angeles and New York is approximately 2446 miles, or 3936 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 81 hours and 54 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 70 hours and 7 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)
2446
Distance (km)
3936
The earliest train departs Los Angeles at 4:55pm while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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
4:55pm
Last train
10:00pm
Trains from Los Angeles to New York are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Wednesday
Least crowded
Saturday
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.
New York
New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travelers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Ellis Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.
NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.
With three major bus and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.
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 New York?
Main arrival station: Penn Station
Pennsylvania Station, or just Penn Station, is the main train station in New York City. All Amtrak trains to and from NYC use Penn Station as their only train stop in Manhattan. Penn Station offers easy connections to various other types of transportation, including commuter rail (the Long Island Rail Road and the NJ Transit both operate out of Penn Station), airport transit, and six lines of the NYC Subway, making it the busiest train station in the Western Hemisphere. Located in the heart of Manhattan, right by the world-famous Madison Square Garden, Penn Station is close to various points of interest such as Times Square and the Empire State Building, as well as many restaurants and retail stores.
All train stations in New York:
- NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
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