The cheapest and fastest trains from Fresno, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
4 h 21 m
Average duration
4 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
330 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fresno, 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 Fresno, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
Of the 1 trains that leave Fresno, CA for Los Angeles, CA every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 330 km distance in an average of 4 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 21 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Fresno, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Fresno, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £35, and a flight costs an average of £233.
Distance: 330 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price | £378 Average Price |
4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 17m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Fresno, CA to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Fresno, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
702 Gold Runner · 5402 AMTRAK | 17:49 Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 4h21 | 22:10 Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
712 Gold Runner · 5412 AMTRAK | 21:49 Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 4h21 | 02:10 Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
| Thursday 13 November | |||||
718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK | 05:49 Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 4h11 | 10:00 Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fresno, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Fresno, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:00, the last at 21:49. The fastest train covers the 330 km distance in 4h 21m.
Distance 330 km |
Average train duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 21m |
First train 01:00 |
Last train 21:49 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fresno, CA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fresno, CA and Los Angeles, CA from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Fresno, CA to Los Angeles, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fresno, 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 Fresno, CA and Los Angeles, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Shepherd's Inn
- Joe's Steakhouse
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center
- Radisson Hotel Fresno Conference Center
- La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Fresno Yosemite
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak trains
- Bus: Fresno Area Express (FAX) routes 22, 26, 28, 34, 38
- 4:30 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Vignes Street and Cesar Chavez Avenue.
- Traxx Restaurant
- Union Station Cafe
- Philippe The Original
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $1
- DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown
- Miyako Hotel Los Angeles
- Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
- Cost $10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metrolink
- Hall 2: Metro Rail connections
- Hall 3: Bus terminal
- Metro: Red Line, Purple Line, Gold Line
- Bus: Several lines available including DASH and Metro Bus
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Orange Line
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