Bedroom
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
- Free Drinks
- Free meal
- Lounge Access
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£53
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£60
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
8 h 54 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
9 h 1 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
556 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Emeryville, 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 Emeryville, CA will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 6 trains from Los Angeles, CA to Emeryville, CA, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 556 km distance in an average of 9 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 4 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Emeryville, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £51 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, while a flight costs an average of £80.
Distance: 556 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£62 Average Price | £80 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 5m Average total duration 11h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 42m Average total duration 11h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to Emeryville, CA:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Los Angeles, CA to Emeryville, CA costing on average £62.
A coach is £28 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Emeryville, CA costing on average £80.
Other travel options to Emeryville, CA take longer:
Coach takes on average 11h 12m.
Train takes on average 11h 35m.
Tickets start at around £62 compared to roughly £56 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-5.61. The journey takes 11h 35m versus 5h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Emeryville, CA trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:50 Los Angeles, CA | 9h04 | 23:54 Emeryville, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:50 Los Angeles, CA | 9h04 | 0:54 Emeryville, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:51 Los Angeles, CA | 11h40 | 4:31 Emeryville, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:51 Los Angeles, CA | 11h40 | 5:31 Emeryville, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Emeryville, CA run on average 15 times per day, taking around 11h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £32 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 556 km distance in 9h 4m.
Distance 556 km |
Average train duration 11h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 4m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Emeryville, 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 Emeryville, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Los Angeles, CA to Emeryville, CA trains use the Union Station to Emeryville Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Los Angeles, CA and Emeryville, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Traxx Restaurant, Union Station Cafe, Philippe The Original
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown, Miyako Hotel Los Angeles, Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza.
Van Nuys, Metrolink Station is 25 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Van Nuys, Metrolink Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Ticket office support is available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station.
Chatsworth Station is 39 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Chatsworth Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Chatsworth Station.
Ticket office support is available at Chatsworth Station. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Chatsworth Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chatsworth Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chatsworth Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Emeryville Station is 1 km from Emeryville city centre. Public transport options include:
Emeryville Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Townhouse Bar & Grill, Honor Kitchen & Cocktails
Ticket office support is available at Emeryville Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Emeryville Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Emeryville Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Emeryville Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Emeryville Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area, Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge, Four Points by Sheraton San Francisco Bay Bridge.
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