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Dodge City to Los Angeles Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Dodge City to Los Angeles. Traveling by train from Dodge City to Los Angeles usually takes 31 hours and 14 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Southwest Chief train can make the trip in 29 hours and 3 minutes.
| Distance | 1050 mi (1689 km) |
| Fastest train | 29h 3m |
| Lowest price | CHF 180.52 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Dodge City to Los Angeles?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Dodge City to Los Angeles was CHF 180.52. Train tickets on this route are typically priced higher due to the distance covered. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Los Angeles if you book your train tickets at least 5 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra CHF 105.70.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Dodge City to Los Angeles?
2 train services operate from Dodge City to Los Angeles. Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 1d 7h 57m | CHF 259.20 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 1d 5h 3m | CHF 299.01 |
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 2 Amtrak trains from Dodge City to Los Angeles every day, as well as 4 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from CHF 190.
The Southwest Chief is a passenger train operated by America’s largest train service, Amtrak. The full route travels over 2,200 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles, which takes over 43 hours. The train covers the stretch from Dodge City to Los Angeles in about 29 hours and 3 minutes. In addition to standard Coach Class seats, the Southwest Chief offers several sleeper cabin options on longer journeys. Amtrak’s Southwest Chief is consistently ranked as one of the most scenic train routes in America, thanks to the stunning views of the Painted Desert, the Red Cliffs of Sedona, and the Grand Canyon you’ll see from your train window.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Dodge City to Los Angeles
The distance between Dodge City and Los Angeles is approximately 1050 miles, or 1689 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 31 hours and 14 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 29 hours and 3 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 Dodge City to Los Angeles on Wednesday. Tickets for Wednesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Dodge City at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00am. 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 3 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Dodge City 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 Dodge City.
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 Dodge City?
Main departure station: Central Ave and Wyatt Earp St
There is one train station in Dodge City.
All train stations in Dodge City:
Central Ave and Wyatt Earp St
Where is the train station in Los Angeles?
Main arrival station: Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
There are more train stations and stops in Los Angeles than most cities. Most trains from Dodge City will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Los Angeles:
All train stations in Los Angeles:
Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
Union Station
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