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Springfield to Los Angeles Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Springfield to Los Angeles?
There are usually 7 daily bus trips available from Springfield to Los Angeles.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceNOK 2,861.40 | Avg. PriceNOK 2,942.92 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips7 | Daily Trips4 |
Duration | Duration2d 2h 54m | Duration2d 7h 53m |
Trip Summary
You can pick from 5 daily train trips between Springfield and Los Angeles. The average train journey from Springfield to Los Angeles takes 50 hours and 41 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 45 hours and 1 minute.
| Distance | 1621 mi (2608 km) |
| Fastest train | 45h 1m |
| Lowest price | NOK 2,265.12 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |

What is the price of a train ticket from Springfield to Los Angeles?
Over the past month, a train ticket between Springfield, IL and Los Angeles, CA cost NOK 2,415.62, on average. Due to the distance between Springfield and Los Angeles, train tickets on this route tend to be relatively pricey. Booking your trip at least 15 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around NOK 774.22 more.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Springfield to Los Angeles?
2 train services operate from Springfield to Los Angeles. Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 5 | 2d 1h 42m | NOK 2,953.43 |
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 2 | 2d 14h 28m | NOK 3,256.57 |
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 Springfield to Los Angeles every day, as well as 4 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from NOK 2,265.
Amtrak Texas Eagle train tickets from Springfield to Los Angeles start from NOK 2,367, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to Los Angeles. Amtrak Texas Eagle in Springfield leaves from 100 N Third St . And in Los Angeles trains arrive at Union Station .
From Springfield to Los Angeles train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 62 hours and 28 minutes. If you are looking to get to Los Angeles faster, Amtrak Texas Eagle offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 45 hours and 1 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Springfield to Los Angeles
The distance between Springfield and Los Angeles is approximately 1621 miles, or 2608 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 50 hours and 41 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 45 hours and 1 minute.
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 Springfield to Los Angeles are the most crowded on Saturday. 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 Springfield at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 12:00pm. 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 5 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Springfield 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 Springfield.
City Information
Springfield

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Link to image attributionThere are 34 cities in America called Springfield, but the state capital of Illinois is one of the most well-known. Beyond Springfield's political clout as a state capital, it is known for being the home of Abraham Lincoln for many years, plus the site of his final resting place. While in town, you can visit President Lincoln's restored home, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, and the Lincoln Tomb in Oak Ridge Cemetery. An enormous bronze bust of Lincoln outside his tomb features a nose as shiny as a new penny, rubbed by scores of visitors who consider it good luck.
Springfield is one of the state's best destinations thanks to more than just history. Check out the incredible artistry on display in the capitol building's stained glass windows, or discover the dogwoods lining 5 miles of trails in the Lincoln Memorial Garden and Nature Center. Not to mention Springfield's bustling craft beer scene; hit up the city's microbreweries, nano breweries, and craft beer companies like the famous Springfield Beer Company.
It should be no surprise that one of the primary transportation methods to Springfield is called the Lincoln Service. This Amtrak train route stops in Springfield on its way from Chicago to St. Louis, and so does the Amtrak Texas Eagle from San Antonio to Chicago. Amtrak Thruway buses run from Springfield to Peoria, where travelers can connect to further bus destinations.
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 Springfield?
Main departure station: 100 N Third St
There is one train station in Springfield.
All train stations in Springfield:
100 N Third St
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
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