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Las Vegas to Los Angeles Train Schedule

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Las Vegas to Los Angeles?

There are usually 4 daily bus trips available from Las Vegas to Los Angeles.

Bus
Train
Avg. Price
Avg. Price
HRK 1,261.60
Avg. Price
HRK 786.85
Daily Trips
Daily Trips
4
Daily Trips
4
Duration
Duration
1d 13h 40m
Duration
23h 39m

Trip Summary

3 trains operate daily from Las Vegas to Los Angeles. The train trip from Las Vegas to Los Angeles is usually about 23 hours and 36 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Southwest Chief train can get you there in as little as 21 hours and 20 minutes.

Distance746 mi (1200 km)
Fastest train21h 20m
Lowest priceHRK 569.70
Trains per day1
Most frequent serviceAmtrak
Train lines2

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What is the price of a train ticket from Las Vegas to Los Angeles?

The average price for a train ticket from Las Vegas, NM to Los Angeles, CA is HRK 751.75, Tickets are generally pricier for this train route, which is to be expected given the long distance. By booking your trip at least 12 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay HRK 215.31 more.

Monthly avg. prices

HRK 1,146HRK 917HRK 688HRK 458HRK 229DJFMAMJJASON
Mark your calendar for October if you want to score the cheapest train tickets from Las Vegas to Los Angeles. You’ll find the best deals during this time of year, when tickets cost an average of HRK 747. If you're planning a trip from Las Vegas to Los Angeles during May, bear in mind that ticket prices are usually higher during this month. Expect to pay about HRK 1,126 for your train ticket, unless you book well in advance and find an even better deal.

Prices as travel date approaches

HRK 1,146HRK 917HRK 688HRK 458HRK 2293020100

By booking your train trip from Las Vegas to Los Angeles on Wanderu at least 12 days ahead of time, you can save about HRK 215.31 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Las Vegas to Los Angeles?

2 train services operate from Las Vegas 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:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak21d 0h 14mHRK 938.90
Amtrak Southwest Chief121h 21mHRK 856.65
  • 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 Las Vegas to Los Angeles every day, as well as 4 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from HRK 648.

  • 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 Las Vegas to Los Angeles in about 21 hours and 21 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 Las Vegas to Los Angeles

The distance between Las Vegas and Los Angeles is approximately 746 miles, or 1200 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 23 hours and 36 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 21 hours and 20 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.

Trains from Las Vegas to Los Angeles are the most crowded on Monday. 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 Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Las Vegas at 11:00am 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 3 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas.

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 Las Vegas?

Main departure station: 500 Railroad Ave at Lincoln

There is one train station in Las Vegas.

All train stations in Las Vegas:

  • 500 Railroad Ave at Lincoln

Where is the train station in Los Angeles?

Main arrival station: 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth

There are more train stations and stops in Los Angeles than most cities. Most trains from Las Vegas will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Los Angeles:

All train stations in Los Angeles:

  • 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth

  • Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd

  • Union Station

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