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Cheap train tickets from Tampa to Los Angeles

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  1. Sun Dec 8
    $318.65
  2. Mon Dec 9
    $334.65
  3. Tue Dec 10
    $357.00
  4. Wed Dec 11
    $334.65
  5. Thu Dec 12
    $370.00
  6. Fri Dec 13
    $334.65
  7. Sat Dec 14
    $320.00
  8. Sun Dec 15
    $320.00
  9. Mon Dec 16
    $320.00
  10. Tue Dec 17
    $321.65
  11. Wed Dec 18
    $331.65
  12. Thu Dec 19
  13. Fri Dec 20
    $419.00
  14. Sat Dec 21
    $415.65

Schedule & Pricing Info

How much are train tickets from Tampa to Los Angeles?

Lowest Price$307.00
Fastest96h 30m
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How do you find cheap train tickets from Tampa to Los Angeles?

The most surefire way to find the lowest-priced train tickets from Tampa to Los Angeles is to plan ahead and book your train travel earlier. In the past 30 days, the cheapest average price users have found for trains from Tampa to Los Angeles was $373.98. If your travel date is still a number of days out, by booking your trip 8 days before you plan to travel, you could save an average of $91.03 compared to a typical last-minute fare. Trying to save on a last-minute fare and have a bit of flexibility on what day to travel? Take a look at midweek schedules, as these tend to be less busy and are often cheaper than buying tickets to travel on Friday, or a weekend departure.

How long is the train ride from Tampa to Los Angeles?

The distance between Tampa and Los Angeles is approximately 2150.87 miles, or 3460.61 kilometers. The average travel time for a train between these two cities is around 99 hours and 53 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 96 hours and 30 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.

What is the busiest day for trains from Tampa to Los Angeles?

On Wednesday trains from Tampa to Los Angeles are the busiest. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or to have extra room to stretch out, you might consider traveling on Tuesday instead, as that tends to be the least traveled day of the week.

Amtrak has the most connections between Tampa to Los Angeles

Typically there are 3 schedules to compare for your trip to Los Angeles. One train carrier operates regular service on the Tampa to Los Angeles route. Amtrak offers the most scheduled departures between Tampa to Los Angeles, usually offering 3 trips per day. On this route there are no direct schedules. This means that along your journey from Tampa to Los Angeles, you will need to disembark from the first train and board a connecting train. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may be responsible for transferring your own checked luggage, but you will definitely need to bring your hand luggage.

Are you not set on traveling by train? Take a look at Bus tickets from Tampa to Los Angeles, which start at $86.00.

One train company connects Tampa to Los Angeles

Amtrak

Amtrak train tickets from Tampa to Los Angeles start from $307.00, and on average cost $395.16. Daily there are 3 Amtrak schedules to Los Angeles. Amtrak in Tampa leaves from Union Station - 601 N Nebraska Ave, And in Los Angeles trains arrive at Union Station and 2 other train stations.

From Tampa to Los Angeles train travel on Amtrak takes 99 hours and 53 minutes. If you are looking to get to Los Angeles faster, Amtrak offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 96 hours and 30 minutes.

If you're considering a weeked trip, Amtrak offers 4 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay $404.42 for a one-way train ticket to Los Angeles.

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Avg. Time
4d 3h 53m
Avg. Price
$395.16

Plan your next adventure

There is one train station from which trains depart Tampa on their way to Los Angeles. For this route, the busiest departing train stations in Tampa are:
  • Union Station - 601 N Nebraska Ave
There are 3 different stations where trains arrive to in Los Angeles. You can review and use the directions feature on Wanderu to see which station is closest to your final destination. These are the busiest arriving stations in Los Angeles:
  • Union Station
  • Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
  • 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd