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Los Angeles to El Paso Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Los Angeles to El Paso?
There are usually 18 daily bus trips available from Los Angeles to El Paso.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceRON 505.59 | Avg. PriceRON 807.07 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips18 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration17h 39m | Duration19h 31m |
Trip Summary
There are usually 4 daily train trips available from Los Angeles to El Paso. Traveling by train from Los Angeles to El Paso usually takes 20 hours and 27 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Sunset Limited train can make the trip in 16 hours.
| Distance | 700 mi (1126 km) |
| Fastest train | 16h 0m |
| Lowest price | RON 489.61 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Los Angeles to El Paso
- Amtrak tickets: RON 542 one-way
- Amtrak Sunset Limited tickets: RON 490 one-way
- Amtrak Texas Eagle tickets: RON 490 one-way
What is the price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to El Paso?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to El Paso was RON 644.16. 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 RON 350.96 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Los Angeles to El Paso by month
Prices as travel date approaches
Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from Los Angeles to El Paso. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 28 days before departure, you can save around RON 350.96. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!
Which train should you take from Los Angeles to El Paso?
There are 3 train lines with service from Los Angeles to El Paso. Amtrak is your best bet, with 2 scheduled trains per day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 21h 57m | RON 872.23 |
| Amtrak Sunset Limited | 1 | 16h 0m | RON 797.02 |
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 1 | 16h 0m | RON 842.25 |
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 El Paso every day, as well as 6 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from RON 542.
The Amtrak Sunset Limited is a southern Amtrak route that crosses through Louisiana, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California. The double-decker carriages have a variety of roomettes, bedrooms, and suites, as well as a restuarant and cafe service.
Amtrak Texas Eagle train tickets from Los Angeles to El Paso start from RON 490, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to El Paso. Amtrak Texas Eagle in Los Angeles leaves from Union Station . And in El Paso trains arrive at 700 W San Francisco Ave .
From Los Angeles to El Paso train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 16 hours and 0 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to El Paso on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Texas Eagle scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Los Angeles.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Los Angeles to El Paso
The distance between Los Angeles and El Paso is approximately 700 miles, or 1126 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 20 hours and 27 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 16 hours,
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.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Los Angeles to El Paso. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Los Angeles at 3:00pm 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.
There are 4 scheduled trains on most days. 2 of these are direct connections to El Paso. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from El Paso 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.
El Paso
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Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
El Paso takes you to a world of art, history, entertainment, and style. Also known as the Sun City, El Paso is more than just stories of outlaws and their notoriety. While it is the city where one can learn about the lives of jailbreaker Billy the Kid and gunfighter John Wesley Hardin, it is also home to inspiring historical figures such as city attorney Richard F. Burges and missionary Fray Garcia.
El Paso has an exciting mix of art galleries and museums that depicts the city's rich culture and history. These are the reasons why El Paso lures thousands of painters, sculptors, photographers, and muralists from around the world. Among the best art galleries in the area are the Agave Rosa Gallery, Encaustic International Art Studio, and Ho Baron Sculpture Garden.
El Paso delivers when it comes to family and adult entertainment as well. Kids would surely love exploring the El Paso Zoo, trying the rides at the Western Playland, and biking along the Rio Grande. For adults, El Paso's regional casinos are worth visiting. And if you’re a fan of a mixed drink, El Paso is home to some of the country’s cheapest cocktails.
El Paso is easily accessible via train, bus, or air. Flights arrive at the El Paso International Airport or just north of the state border in Las Cruces, NM (the Las Cruces Shuttle runs from this airport to El Paso several times daily). Ground travel includes train service on Amtrak and bus service on several major bus carriers from El Paso to other destinations in Texas and beyond.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Los Angeles?
Main departure station: Metrolink Station
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Los Angeles where you can board the train.
All train stations in Los Angeles:
Metrolink Station
Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
Union Station
Where is the train station in El Paso?
Image credit: David Wilson
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: 700 W San Francisco Ave
The Amtrak train station in El Paso was designed by Daniel Burnham, the architect of the Washington D.C. Union Station. The red-bricked building is easy to spot, though the large, green-roofed bell tower makes the building look more like a church than a train station. Inside, the church-style continues with high ceilings, arched windows, mosaic tiles, and pew-style seating. The station has plenty of parking for your car. Nearby is a small shopping center where you can get a coffee shop, candy shop, and multiple body-health stores.
All train stations in El Paso:
700 W San Francisco Ave
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