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Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles?
There are usually 4 daily bus trips available from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceHUF 76,403.22 | Avg. PriceHUF 387,786.34 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips4 | Daily Trips4 |
Duration | Duration2d 23h 15m | Duration4d 18h 22m |
Trip Summary
You can pick from 5 daily train trips between Fort Lauderdale and Los Angeles. The average train journey from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles takes 108 hours and 28 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 95 hours and 14 minutes.
| Distance | 2329 mi (3748 km) |
| Fastest train | 95h 14m |
| Lowest price | HUF 102,813.13 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles was HUF 188,261.89. Considering the distance between Fort Lauderdale 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 HUF 175,709.98 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles by travel date
For the next 30 days, the cost of a one-way train trip from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles will range from HUF 165,104 to HUF 1,161,755. If you're planning to travel by train to Los Angeles in the upcoming week, the cheapest train ticket from Fort Lauderdale you can find in the next 7 days is HUF 165,104. Be sure to book your trip in advance as train ticket prices typically increase as your travel date approaches.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles on Wanderu at least 12 days ahead of time, you can save about HUF 175,709.98 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles. However, there are 5 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 5 | 4d 12h 28m | HUF 299,460.82 |
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 5 Amtrak trains from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles every day, as well as 6 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from HUF 93,771.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles
The distance between Fort Lauderdale and Los Angeles is approximately 2329 miles, or 3748 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 108 hours and 28 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 95 hours and 14 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles on Thursday. Tickets for Thursday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Fort Lauderdale at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00am. 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 5 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 Fort Lauderdale.
City Information
Fort Lauderdale
Nicknamed the Venice of America, Fort Lauderdale offers vast stretches of white sand beaches at affordable prices, allowing the average traveler to enjoy fun under the sun with ease. Fort Lauderdale Beach is the premier destination for beach-goers and nature lovers, and it is noticeably less chaotic than its counterpart at Miami Beach, making it a perfect spot for a quiet and leisurely getaway. Another alternative is the nearby Las Olas Beach, which features clean and refreshing water. Nature lovers can also take an airboat tour to the famous Everglades and get up close to the alligators.
For shopping fans, Sawgrass Mills, a famous shopping outlet with 250 stores, will be a top choice. Don’t forget to take the time for a stroll around the Riverwalk Arts and Entertainment District and enjoy the setting sun as the day comes to a close.
The Fort Lauderdale Amtrak station is the main train station in the city, offering quick access to other cities in the state of Florida. In the center of town, not too far from the train station, you can find the Greyhound station which is the busiest bus travel hub in Fort Lauderdale. The principal airport in the area is the Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport which, as its name suggests, is located right in between the two neighboring cities. However, it's also easy to get from Fort Lauderdale to Miami Airport for more flight options.
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 Fort Lauderdale?
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Image credit: Phillip Pessar
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Image credit: Adam Moss
Link to image attributionMain departure station: Tri-Rail Station - 200 SW 21 Ter
The Tri-Rail Station in Fort Lauderdale serves local Tri-Rail trains that travel throughout Florida and Amtrak trains to connect with the United States’ largest passenger rail system. Amtrak Silver Service trains stop in Fort Lauderdale along its New York to Miami route. The station features ample parking, indoor seating and restrooms, and two platforms with Mediterranean-style tiled roofs. Located adjacent to Interstate 95, it is easy to connect by highway to your final destination or head a few miles East into downtown Fort Lauderdale.
All train stations in Fort Lauderdale:
Tri-Rail Station - 200 SW 21 Ter
Where is the train station in Los Angeles?
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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
Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
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