Cheap train tickets from San Bernardino to Los Angeles

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Trip Summary

There are usually 3 daily train trips available from San Bernardino to Los Angeles. Traveling by train from San Bernardino to Los Angeles usually takes 4 hours and 32 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Southwest Chief train can make the trip in 2 hours and 6 minutes.

Distance: 55 mi (88 km)
Fastest train: 2h 6m
Lowest price: RON 91.05
Trains per day: 3
Most frequent service: Amtrak
Train lines: 2

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San Bernardino to Los Angeles Train Schedule

Is it better to travel by bus or train from San Bernardino to Los Angeles?

There are usually 23 daily bus trips available from San Bernardino to Los Angeles.

	Train	Bus
Avg. Price	Avg. PriceRON 154.88	Avg. PriceRON 102.89Cheaper
Daily Trips	Daily Trips3	Daily Trips23
Duration	Duration4h 32m	Duration1h 50mFaster

There are several train options that can take you from San Bernardino to Los Angeles:

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What is the price of a train ticket from San Bernardino to Los Angeles?

In the last month, train tickets from San Bernardino to Los Angeles cost about RON 143 when booked at the cheapest time. 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 1 day prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around RON 60.53 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from San Bernardino to Los Angeles by travel date

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from San Bernardino to Los Angeles will cost between RON 115 and RON 211. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from San Bernardino to Los Angeles by month

Taking the train from San Bernardino 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 RON 144 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

The price of train trips from San Bernardino 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 San Bernardino to Los Angeles?

2 train services operate from San Bernardino to Los Angeles. Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	2	5h 14m	RON 171.09
Amtrak Southwest Chief	1	2h 6m	RON 98.39

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 San Bernardino to Los Angeles every day, as well as 5 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from RON 119.81.
The Southwest Chief is a passenger train operated by America’s largest train service, Amtrak. The full route travels over 2,200 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles, which takes over 43 hours. The train covers the stretch from San Bernardino to Los Angeles in about 2 hours and 6 minutes. In addition to standard Coach Class seats, the Southwest Chief offers several sleeper cabin options on longer journeys. Amtrak’s Southwest Chief is consistently ranked as one of the most scenic train routes in America, thanks to the stunning views of the Painted Desert, the Red Cliffs of Sedona, and the Grand Canyon you’ll see from your train window.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from San Bernardino to Los Angeles

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from San Bernardino to Los Angeles. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a bus or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.

There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from San Bernardino 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 San Bernardino. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from San Bernardino to Los Angeles for RON 58.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between San Bernardino and Los Angeles is approximately 55 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 32 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 6 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Distance (mi)

Distance (km)

The earliest train departs San Bernardino at 5:21 AM while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00 PM. 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

5:21am

Last train

5:00pm

Trains from San Bernardino 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 Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Friday

Least crowded

Sunday

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 San Bernardino?

Main departure station: 1170 W Third St

There is one train station in San Bernardino.

All train stations in San Bernardino:

1170 W Third St

Where is the train station in Los Angeles?

Main arrival station: 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth

There are more train stations and stops in Los Angeles than most cities. Most trains from San Bernardino will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Los Angeles:

All train stations in Los Angeles:

10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
Union Station

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