The cheapest and fastest trains from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
£370
Average price
£577
Fastest journey
3 d 23 h 52 m
Average duration
4 d 7 h 17 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
3758 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Miami, FL 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 Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA will cost around £577 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £370.
Of the 4 trains that leave Miami, FL for Los Angeles, CA every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 3758 km distance in an average of 4 d 7 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 d 23 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 d 21 h 30 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.
16:05117h30Miami, FL13:35Los Angeles, CA£3701One-way0 changes
12:0599h52Miami, FL15:57Los Angeles, CA£5521One-way0 changes
15:0595h52Miami, FL14:57Los Angeles, CA£5721One-way0 changes
11:0599h52Miami, FL14:57Los Angeles, CA£8141One-way0 changes
15:0595h52Miami, FL14:57Los Angeles, CA£5721One-way0 changes
12:0599h52Miami, FL15:57Los Angeles, CA£5521One-way0 changes
11:0599h52Miami, FL14:57Los Angeles, CA£8141One-way0 changes
16:05117h30Miami, FL13:35Los Angeles, CA£3701One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £78. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 3.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £78, and a train costs an average of £230.
Distance: 3758 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£665 Average Price | £234 Average Price Cheapest | £327 Average Price |
91h 37m Average total duration 91h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 25m Average total duration Fastest 7h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 62h 8m Average total duration 61h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.1 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 11.3 - 22.5kg CO2 emissions | 3.8 - 9.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Saturday 6 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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98 Silver Meteor · 51 Cardinal · 3 Southwest Chief | 7:05 Miami Station, Miami, FL | 100h07 | 8:12 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 changes | |
98 Silver Meteor · 40 Floridian · 27 Empire Builder · 11 Coast Starlight | 7:05 Miami Station, Miami, FL | 137h06 | 21:11 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 3 changes | |
98 Silver Meteor · 40 Floridian · 3 Southwest Chief | 7:05 Miami Station, Miami, FL | 100h07 | 8:12 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 changes | |
98 Silver Meteor · 49 Lake Shore Limited · 3 Southwest Chief | 7:05 Miami Station, Miami, FL | 100h07 | 8:12 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 changes | |
40 Floridian · 3 Southwest Chief | 11:05 Miami Station, Miami, FL | 96h07 | 8:12 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 91h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £230 but you can travel from only £78 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 3758 km distance in 95h 52m.
Distance 3758 km |
Average train duration 91h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £230 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 95h 52m |
First train 7:05 |
Last train 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Miami, FL and Los Angeles, CA from £78. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Miami, FL 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 Miami, FL and Los Angeles, CA
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 5:00 AM - 12:40 AM Saturday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from NW 37th Avenue.
- The Knife Restaurant
- La Estacion American Brasserie
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1
- Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay
- Hilton Miami Downtown
- Holiday Inn Port of Miami-Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and Brightline services
- Metrorail: Green Line, Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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