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Truckee to Los Angeles Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Truckee to Los Angeles?
There are usually 3 daily bus trips available from Truckee to Los Angeles.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceHUF 32,998 | Avg. PriceHUF 36,419 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration11h 35m | Duration15h 3m |
Trip Summary
3 trains operate daily from Truckee to Los Angeles. The train trip from Truckee to Los Angeles is usually about 14 hours and 39 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 11 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 380 mi (612 km) |
| Fastest train | 11h 15m |
| Lowest price | HUF 30,646 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Truckee to Los Angeles?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Truckee to Los Angeles was HUF 34,534. Tickets for this route are somewhat expensive, given the distance between Truckee and Los Angeles. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Los Angeles if you book your train tickets at least 17 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra HUF 6,316.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
The average price of train tickets from Truckee to Los Angeles is pretty stable year-round. However, we still suggest buying your train tickets at least 48 hours prior to departure to avoid unexpected price hikes and the possibility of the train being sold out.
Which train should you take from Truckee to Los Angeles?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Truckee to Los Angeles. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 3 | 14h 40m | HUF 38,987 |
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 3 Amtrak trains from Truckee to Los Angeles every day, as well as 3 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from HUF 30,646.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Truckee to Los Angeles
The distance between Truckee and Los Angeles is approximately 380 miles, or 612 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 14 hours and 39 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 11 hours and 15 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.
Trains from Truckee to Los Angeles are the most crowded on Thursday. 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 Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Truckee at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. 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 3 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 Los Angeles to Truckee.
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 Truckee?
Main departure station: 10065 Donner Pass Rd
There is one train station in Truckee.
All train stations in Truckee:
10065 Donner Pass Rd
Where is the train station in Los Angeles?
Image credit: David Wilson
Link to image attributionMain 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
592 Gayley Ave
Metrolink Station
Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
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