Cheap train tickets from New Haven to Los Angeles
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Trip Summary
There are usually 4 daily train trips available from New Haven to Los Angeles. Traveling by train from New Haven to Los Angeles usually takes 74 hours and 18 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 71 hours and 6 minutes.
| Distance | 2499 mi (4022 km) |
| Fastest train | 71h 6m |
| Lowest price | $598.00 |
| Trains per day | 0 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
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New Haven to Los Angeles Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by train or bus from New Haven to Los Angeles?
There are usually 7 daily bus trips available from New Haven to Los Angeles.
Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$576.52 | Avg. Price$456.42Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips4 | Daily Trips7 |
Duration | Duration74h 18m | Duration69h 40mFaster |
There are several train options that can take you from New Haven to Los Angeles:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from New Haven to Los Angeles?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from New Haven to Los Angeles was $630.60. Considering the distance between New Haven and Los Angeles, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 12 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $174.40 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from New Haven to Los Angeles by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from New Haven to Los Angeles will cost between $273 and $399. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from New Haven to Los Angeles by month
Ticket prices for the train from New Haven to Los Angeles 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 $471. If you're thinking of traveling from New Haven to Los Angeles during June, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $649 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in June, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from New Haven to Los Angeles on Wanderu at least 12 days ahead of time, you can save about $174.40 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
What train companies travel from New Haven to Los Angeles?
There are multiple trains that travel from New Haven to Los Angeles, including Amtrak. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular train lines:
| TRAIN | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 4 | 74h 18m | $576.52 |
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 4 Amtrak trains from New Haven to Los Angeles every day, as well as 3 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $336.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from New Haven to Los Angeles
There are 4 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 New Haven. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from New Haven to Los Angeles for $175.
TRIPS PER DAY
4
DIRECT TRIPS
0
The distance between New Haven and Los Angeles is approximately 2499 miles, or 4022 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 74 hours and 18 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 71 hours and 6 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)
2499
DISTANCE (KM)
4022
The earliest train departs New Haven at 5:34am while the last train of the day leaves at 12:06pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
EARLIEST TRAIN
5:34am
LATEST TRAIN
12:06pm
Trains from New Haven to Los Angeles 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.
MOST CROWDED
Wednesday
LEAST CROWDED
Saturday
City Information
New Haven
Sitting on the mouth of the Quinnipiac River of Connecticut, New Haven has been the home of the esteemed Yale University for more than 300 years. The quaint college town, with its cultural significance, has long been a highly-rated destination for culturally-inclined travelers. The first thing to do in New Haven is to visit the Yale campus, which was designed by famous architects such as Eero Saarinen and Frank O. Gehry. Don’t forget to check out the university’s visitor center as well, which houses impressive historical displays. Other interesting destinations on the premises are the Yale University Art Gallery and the Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History. If you wish to take a break from the urban environment and go hunting for some amazing nature shots, East Rock Park will be a premier choice. Inside the park is the Pardee Rose Garden, which features more than 50 varieties of roses blooming in June and July.
New Haven is a popular destination for foodies, and its greatest offering is pizza. New Haven’s special pizza, also known as “apizza,” is a must-try when you are in town, and the best place to try this delicacy is at Pepe’s, its birthplace. Another establishment to check out is Louis’ Lunch, which has been serving delightful fast food since 1895.
The central hub of transportation in the city is Union Station, where travelers can catch Amtrak trains or buses by Greyhound and Flixbus for intercity transits. Air services are handled by the Tweed New Haven Regional Airport, located 3 miles east of the business district.
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 does the train leave from in New Haven?
Main departure station: Union Station
Union Station in New Haven is Connecticut’s most important transportation hub and is also one of the busiest stations in Amtrak’s national rail network. The station serves interstate Amtrak passenger trains that run along the Northeast Corridor between Washington, DC and Boston. Additionally, there are several commuter rail services operated by Amtrak, MTA and CTrail that connect New Haven to the likes of New York and Hartford. Union Station also accommodates CTtransit’s local buses services as well as intercity bus travel from carriers including Greyhound and Peter Pan Bus Lines. In addition, a free shuttle service is available from Union Station to New Haven Green in the city’s modern downtown.
All train stations in New Haven:
- Union Station
- State Street Station
Where does the train arrive 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
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