The cheapest and fastest trains from Encinitas, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Encinitas, CA to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Encinitas, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 2 trains that leave Encinitas, CA for Los Angeles, CA every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
16:402h17Encinitas, CA18:57Los Angeles, CA£261One-way0 changes
15:402h45Encinitas, CA18:25Los Angeles, CA£261One-way0 changes
16:402h17Encinitas, CA18:57Los Angeles, CA£261One-way0 changes
15:402h45Encinitas, CA18:25Los Angeles, CA£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Encinitas, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Encinitas, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £24, and a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 143 km
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£25 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price |
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Encinitas, CA to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Encinitas, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:40 Encinitas, CA | 2h17 | 17:57 Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Encinitas, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Encinitas, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 143 km distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 143 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 4:10 |
Last train 22:10 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Encinitas, CA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Encinitas, CA and Los Angeles, CA from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Encinitas, CA to Los Angeles, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Encinitas, CA to Los Angeles, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Encinitas, CA and Los Angeles, CA
Most Encinitas, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains use the Solana Beach Station to Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Encinitas, CA and Los Angeles, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Los Angeles, CA station do trains from Encinitas, CA arrive at?
Getting to Union Station from Los Angeles city centre
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Traxx Restaurant, Union Station Cafe, Philippe The Original
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown, Miyako Hotel Los Angeles, Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza.
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