Cheap train tickets from Tacoma to Los Angeles
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Trip Summary
There are usually 11 daily train trips available from Tacoma to Los Angeles. Traveling by train from Tacoma to Los Angeles usually takes 32 hours and 27 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 30 hours and 27 minutes.
| Distance | 938 mi (1509 km) |
| Fastest train | 30h 27m |
| Lowest price | $145.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
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Tacoma to Los Angeles Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by train or bus from Tacoma to Los Angeles?
There are usually 3 daily bus trips available from Tacoma to Los Angeles.
Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$279.94 | Avg. Price$262.69Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips11 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration32h 27mFaster | Duration34h 27m |
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There are several train options that can take you from Tacoma to Los Angeles:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Tacoma to Los Angeles?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Tacoma to Los Angeles was $224.89. Considering the distance between Tacoma 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 18 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $202.63 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Tacoma to Los Angeles by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Tacoma to Los Angeles will cost between $162 and $287. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Tacoma to Los Angeles by month
Ticket prices for the train from Tacoma to Los Angeles often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in October when the average ticket price is only $183. If you're thinking of traveling from Tacoma to Los Angeles during July, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $276 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in July, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Tacoma to Los Angeles on Wanderu at least 18 days ahead of time, you can save about $202.63 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
What train companies travel from Tacoma to Los Angeles?
There are multiple trains that travel from Tacoma to Los Angeles, including Amtrak, Amtrak Coast Starlight. Here is what you should know about the 2 most popular train lines:
| TRAIN | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 10 | 32h 15m | $276.40 |
| Amtrak Coast Starlight | 1 | 34h 12m | $311.67 |
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 10 Amtrak trains from Tacoma to Los Angeles every day, as well as 13 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $186.
The Amtrak Coast Starlight is a service provided by Amtrak that connects Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, and Los Angeles on the US Pacific coast. The full journey winds through the Cascade Mountains, perfectly clipped vineyards, and dense coastal forest, allowing passengers to get a glimpse of the US west coast while enjoying air-conditioned cars, power outlets, complimentary onboard WiFi, and snacks.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Tacoma to Los Angeles
There are 11 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Tacoma 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 Tacoma. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Tacoma to Los Angeles for $105.
TRIPS PER DAY
11
DIRECT TRIPS
1
The distance between Tacoma and Los Angeles is approximately 938 miles, or 1509 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 32 hours and 27 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 30 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)
938
DISTANCE (KM)
1509
The earliest train departs Tacoma at 10:43am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:43am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
EARLIEST TRAIN
10:43am
LATEST TRAIN
10:43am
Trains from Tacoma 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 Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
MOST CROWDED
Saturday
LEAST CROWDED
Sunday
City Information
Tacoma
Tacoma has seen some hard times in recent years, but the city is receiving many new revival attempts, turning it into a charming town with its own unique attractions. For those interested in the history of the city, as well as the creativity of its residents, head towards the Museum District, which houses numerous interesting museums such as the Tacoma Art Museum and the Washington State History Museum. While in the area, don’t miss out on the chance to marvel at the architectural ingenuity of the Bridge of Glass. If you wish to enjoy a bit of outdoor air, diving into the cold water of American Lake in Lakewood in the morning is bound to make you happy.
Seafood has always been among Tacoma’s finest offerings, and the best place to enjoy these dishes is Duke’s Chowder House, which features a bay view. For a more exquisite taste, head over to Indochine, a pan-Asian restaurant featuring mouth watering dishes.
The main bus station and the Amtrak train station in Tacoma are both near downtown, just a few blocks from each other. Tacoma is served by Amtrak’s Cascades and Coast Starlight lines. The city’s main airport is Seattle–Tacoma International and it sits 22 miles north of the city.
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 does the train leave from in Tacoma?
Main departure station: 422 E. 25th St.
The Amtrak station in Tacoma is located at 422 E 25th St, near I-5 and close to the Tacoma Dome. The Tacoma Dome Station is served by Amtrak Cascades, which travels between Vancouver, BC, Seattle, Portland, and Eugene, and Amtrak’s Coast Starlight from Seattle to Los Angeles. Local Sound Transit's commuter rail station is next door. The bus terminal on Puyallup Ave is across the street from the train station complex for easy transfers to local or intercity buses. The station complex includes two parking garages and a customer service center with restrooms and vending machines. Nearby attractions in Tacoma include Freighthouse Square, a shopping mall inside an old depot, and several museums like the Washington State History Museum and the Museum of Glass.
All train stations in Tacoma:
- 422 E. 25th St.
Where does the train arrive 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
- Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
- 592 Gayley Ave
- 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
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