The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to Berkeley, CA
Cheapest price
£84
Average price
£92
Fastest journey
10 h 26 m
Average duration
11 h 16 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
558 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Berkeley, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Berkeley, CA will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £84.
To travel from Los Angeles, CA to Berkeley, CA you need to make at least 2 changes.
5817 AMTRAK · 717 Gold Runner · 749 Capitol Corridor
5815 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner · 3715 AMTRAK · 749 Capitol Corridor
5817 AMTRAK · 717 Gold Runner · 749 Capitol Corridor
5815 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner · 3715 AMTRAK · 749 Capitol CorridorTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Los Angeles, CA to Berkeley, CA
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Berkeley, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a flight costs an average of £70.
Distance: 558 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£67 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest | £108 Average Price |
10h 26m Average total duration 9h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 21m Average total duration 8h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to Berkeley, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Berkeley, CA trains for tomorrow, Friday 28 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5815 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner · 3715 AMTRAK · 749 Capitol Corridor | 17:25 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 12h06 | 05:31 Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Berkeley, CA
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Berkeley, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £42 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:00, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 558 km distance in 10h 26m.
Distance 558 km |
Average train duration 9h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 10h 26m |
First train 01:00 |
Last train 22:15 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to Berkeley, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and Berkeley, CA from £42. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Los Angeles, CA to Berkeley, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Berkeley, 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 Berkeley, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Los Angeles, CA and Berkeley, CA
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station is a single-level facility with platforms for Metrolink and Amtrak services.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metrolink: Ventura County Line
- 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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