Cheap train tickets from Florence, SC to Los Angeles, CA

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Trip Summary

There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Florence, SC to Los Angeles, CA. Traveling by train from Florence, SC to Los Angeles, CA usually takes 4 days, 1 hour, and 32 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 3 days, 11 hours, and 55 minutes.

Distance
2188 mi (3521 km)
Fastest train
83h 55m
Lowest price
CZK 12,705.79
Trains per day
0
Most frequent service
Amtrak
Train lines
1

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Florence, SC to Los Angeles, CA Train Schedule

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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Florence, SC to Los Angeles, CA?

There are usually 4 daily bus trips available from Florence, SC to Los Angeles, CA.

Train
Bus
Avg. PriceCZK 28,550.15Avg. PriceCZK 6,161.98Cheaper
Daily Trips3Daily Trips4
Duration97h 32mDuration65h 46mFaster
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What is the price of a train ticket from Florence, SC to Los Angeles, CA?

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Florence, SC to Los Angeles, CA was CZK 12,706. Considering the distance between Florence, SC and Los Angeles, CA, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. The further in advance you book your travels, the more likely it is you can find tickets at this price or lower.

Average train ticket prices from Florence, SC to Los Angeles, CA by travel date

CZK 9,120CZK 6,080CZK 3,040NovNov

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Florence, SC to Los Angeles, CA will cost between CZK 8,290 and CZK 9,113. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from Florence, SC to Los Angeles, CA by month

CZK 42,275CZK 33,820CZK 25,365CZK 16,910CZK 8,455JFMAMJJASOND

Ticket prices for the train from Florence, SC to Los Angeles, CA often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in November when the average ticket price is only CZK 11,580. If you're thinking of traveling from Florence, SC to Los Angeles, CA during December, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of CZK 42,273 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in December, is to book your trip well in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

CZK 38,775CZK 31,020CZK 23,265CZK 15,510CZK 7,7550

You can score the best price on a train ticket from Florence, SC to Los Angeles, CA by booking on Wanderu in advance. Tickets are nearly always cheaper the further in advance you purchase them.

Which train should you take from Florence, SC to Los Angeles, CA?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Florence, SC to Los Angeles, CA. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak397h 32mCZK 28,550.15

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Florence, SC to Los Angeles, CA

There are 3 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. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Florence, SC to Los Angeles, CA for CZK 3,788.

Trains per day

3

Direct trains

0

The distance between Florence, SC and Los Angeles, CA is approximately 2,188 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 days, 1 hour, and 32 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 days, 11 hours, and 55 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.

Distance (mi)

2188

Distance (km)

3521

The earliest train departs Florence, SC at 10:32 PM while the last train of the day leaves at 10:32 PM. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

First train

10:32pm

Last train

10:32pm

Trains from Florence, SC to Los Angeles, CA are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Wednesday

Least crowded

Thursday

City Information

Florence

Florence is a hidden gem in the northeast of South Carolina. Though best known for its history as a significant railway hub, Florence is a modern city with activities and sights to fill a weekend getaway or a longer vacation.

Every November, Florence goes nuts during the SC Pecan Music and Food Festival, an event hosted downtown to celebrate the beloved pecan. If you're in town during the festival, check out the car show, live music, half marathon, and other associated events to get to know Florence locals and culture.

Florence is a year-round destination for outdoor recreation. Golf is a favorite among Florence residents, so upgrade from mini-golf and try the real thing. Traces Golf Club welcomes golfers of all skill levels, don't worry. Don't leave Florence without spending a day at Lynches River County Park, the starting point of the 66-mile South Carolina Revolutionary Rivers Trail. You can kayak or canoe throughout the county, following the swampy path that allowed American patriots to evade British troops in the American Revolution.

Florence Regional Airport operates limited flights to connect to Charlotte, but most paths to Florence involve some kind of ground travel. Amtrak's Palmetto and Silver Service trains stop in Florence, with connections to New York and Washington to the north and Orlando and Miami to the south. Greyhound and Southeastern Stages offer intercity bus service to Florence that connects the city to other destinations throughout the South.

Los Angeles

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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 Florence, SC?

Main departure station: 805 E Day St

There is one train station in Florence, SC.

All train stations in Florence, SC:

  • 805 E Day St

Where is the train station in Los Angeles, CA?

Main arrival station: Union Station

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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, CA:

  • Union Station
  • Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd

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