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Cheap train tickets from San Marcos to Los Angeles
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Trip Summary
There are usually 3 daily train trips available from San Marcos to Los Angeles. Traveling by train from San Marcos to Los Angeles usually takes 1 day, 11 hours, and 27 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
- Distance
- 1222 mi (1967 km)
- Fastest train
- 35h 27m
- Lowest price
- CZK 5,324.74
- Trains per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak Texas Eagle
- Train lines
- 2
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San Marcos to Los Angeles Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from San Marcos to Los Angeles?
There are usually 8 daily bus trips available from San Marcos to Los Angeles.
Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceCZK 6,911.99 | Avg. PriceCZK 5,430.37Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips8 |
Duration | Duration35h 27mFaster | Duration41h 26m |
There are several train options that can take you from San Marcos to Los Angeles:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from San Marcos to Los Angeles?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from San Marcos to Los Angeles was CZK 5,880. Considering the distance between San Marcos and Los Angeles, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 9 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around CZK 2,063.45 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from San Marcos to Los Angeles by travel date
The cost of a one-way train trip from San Marcos to Los Angeles is expected to stay pretty stable over the next four weeks. No matter which day you travel, you can expect to pay about CZK 5,888 for your ticket.
Average train ticket prices from San Marcos to Los Angeles by month
Ticket prices for the train from San Marcos to Los Angeles often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in May when the average ticket price is only CZK 5,823. If you're thinking of traveling from San Marcos to Los Angeles during June, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of CZK 8,961 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in June, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from San Marcos to Los Angeles on Wanderu at least 9 days ahead of time, you can save about CZK 2,063.45 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from San Marcos to Los Angeles?
2 train services operate from San Marcos to Los Angeles. Amtrak Texas Eagle 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 | 1 | 35h 27m | CZK 7,153.77 |
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 2 | 35h 27m | CZK 6,791.21 |
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 1 Amtrak trains from San Marcos to Los Angeles every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from CZK 5,324.74.
Amtrak Texas Eagle is a train service operated by Amtrak that connects to Texas. It links Chicago with the heart of the Lone Star State in San Antonio, going to cities such as St. Louis and Dallas. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, complimentary WiFi, and a designated restaurant car with full meals.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from San Marcos to Los Angeles
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from San Marcos 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 San Marcos. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from San Marcos to Los Angeles for CZK 4,589.
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
1
The distance between San Marcos and Los Angeles is approximately 1,222 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 day, 11 hours, and 27 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)
1222
Distance (km)
1967
The earliest train departs San Marcos at 8:08 PM while the last train of the day leaves at 8:08 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
8:08pm
Last train
8:08pm
Trains from San Marcos to Los Angeles 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 Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Wednesday
Least crowded
Wednesday
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 San Marcos?
Main departure station: 338 S Guadalupe St - San Marcos Intermodal Station
There is one train station in San Marcos.
All train stations in San Marcos:
- 338 S Guadalupe St - San Marcos Intermodal Station
Where is the train station in Los Angeles?
Main 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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