Cheap train tickets from Palm Springs to Los Angeles
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Trip Summary
There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Palm Springs to Los Angeles. Traveling by train from Palm Springs to Los Angeles usually takes 4 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 3 hours and 7 minutes.
| Distance | 99 mi (159 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 7m |
| Lowest price | $18.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 3 |
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Palm Springs to Los Angeles Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Palm Springs to Los Angeles?
There are usually 4 daily bus trips available from Palm Springs to Los Angeles.
Train | Bus | |
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Avg. Price | Avg. Price$22.31Cheaper | Avg. Price$40.76 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips4 |
Duration | Duration4h 25m | Duration2h 48mFaster |
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There are several train options that can take you from Palm Springs to Los Angeles:
- Amtrak tickets: $18 one-way
- Amtrak Sunset Limited tickets: $25 one-way
- Amtrak Texas Eagle tickets: $34 one-way
What is the price of a train ticket from Palm Springs to Los Angeles?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Palm Springs to Los Angeles was $20.46. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 19 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $5.04 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Palm Springs to Los Angeles by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Palm Springs to Los Angeles will cost between $20 and $23. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Palm Springs to Los Angeles by month
Taking the train from Palm Springs to Los Angeles usually costs about the same throughout the year. In general, train ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $23 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
The price of train trips from Palm Springs to Los Angeles doesn't fluctuate much throughout the year, so you don’t need to book your tickets super far in advance. However, to avoid last-minute price surges or sold-out tickets, we recommend purchasing your train tickets at least 48 hours before departure.
Which train should you take from Palm Springs to Los Angeles?
There are 3 train lines with service from Palm Springs to Los Angeles. Amtrak is your best bet, with 2 scheduled trains per day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 4h 30m | $20.88 |
| Amtrak Sunset Limited | 1 | 3h 33m | $36.74 |
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 1 | 3h 33m | $38.36 |
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 Palm Springs to Los Angeles every day, as well as 11 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $18.
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Palm Springs to Los Angeles
Taking a train is the cheapest way to get from Palm Springs to Los Angeles. Tickets average $23.50, and there are two direct trains per day that will get you into L.A. in about 3 hours and 30 minutes. A nonstop flight would get you there in 1 hour and 10 minutes, but would cost around $300.
The Palm Springs Amtrak Station is located on 20551 North Indian Canyon Drive and Palm Springs Station Road. Sometimes access to Palm Springs Station Road from the south may be unavailable due to weather conditions. If that is the case, you are still able to access the station from I-10 on North Indian Canyon Drive.
Unfortunately, there are no direct trains from Palm Springs to the Los Angeles International Airport. However, once you arrive on the train from Palm Springs, you can take the LAX Flyaway bus from Bus Stop 9 at Union Station’s Patsaouras Transit Plaza. This bus shuttle costs $9.75 per person.
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Palm Springs to Los Angeles. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip. You can also take a train for your return trip from Los Angeles to Palm Springs. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Palm Springs to Los Angeles for $23.
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
1
The distance between Palm Springs and Los Angeles is approximately 99 miles, or 159 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 25 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 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)
99
Distance (km)
159
The earliest train departs Palm Springs at 2:02am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:20pm. 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
2:02am
Last train
2:20pm
Trains from Palm Springs to Los Angeles are the most crowded on Friday. 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
Friday
Least crowded
Saturday
City Information
Palm Springs
Palm Springs is a desert resort city in California defined by its ultra-cool midcentury modern buildings and aesthetics. Travelers seeking relaxation flock to Palm Springs' stylish hotels and resorts like the Caliente Tropic Resort, spas like The Well Spa, hot springs like the Azure Palm Hot Springs, and the city's many palm tree-lined golf courses. History and art buffs can check out the Palm Springs Art Museum, Cabazon Dinosaurs, and Cabot's Pueblo Museum. Trivia break! Can you guess which president had a home in Palm Springs?
Explore the desert environment by meeting some locals at the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens or trot through the Indian Canyons on horseback. Outdoor enthusiasts can discover trails for hiking, walking, and mountain biking in the desert city. Palm Canyon Drive, a cultural strip downtown, offers upscale dining and exciting nightlife, from resort restaurants to taverns and lounges.
Visit this chic resort city by train on the Amtrak Texas Eagle or Amtrak Sunset Limited. You can take a bus to Palm Springs on one of FlixBus' routes from Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Riverside, and more. The Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) is easy to reach, only two miles from downtown.
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 Palm Springs?
Main departure station: SunLine Transit Stop - 190 N Indian Canyon Dr
Palm Springs has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Los Angeles.
All train stations in Palm Springs:
- SunLine Transit Stop - 190 N Indian Canyon Dr
- SunLine Transit Stop - 3400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way
- Palm Springs Station Rd
Where is the train station in Los Angeles?
Main arrival 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
- 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
- Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
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