The cheapest and fastest trains from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
£211
Average price
£217
Fastest journey
1 d 7 h 20 m
Average duration
1 d 8 h 8 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
1545 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around £217 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £211.
Of the 8 trains that leave Seattle, WA 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 1545 km distance in an average of 1 d 8 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 7 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 d 9 h 20 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.
11 Coast Starlight9:5535h16King Street Station, Seattle, WA21:11Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£2111One-way0 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 3810 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK9:5531h20King Street Station, Seattle, WA17:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£2151One-way3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 3812 AMTRAK · 712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK9:5533h20King Street Station, Seattle, WA19:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£2151One-way3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 3712 AMTRAK · 712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK9:5533h20King Street Station, Seattle, WA19:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£2151One-way3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 3710 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK9:5531h20King Street Station, Seattle, WA17:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£2151One-way3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 3810 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK9:5531h20King Street Station, Seattle, WA17:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£2151One-way3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 3710 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK9:5531h20King Street Station, Seattle, WA17:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£2151One-way3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 3710 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5710 AMTRAK9:5531h20King Street Station, Seattle, WA17:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£2151One-way3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK9:5533h20King Street Station, Seattle, WA19:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£2221One-way2 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 3812 AMTRAK · 712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK9:5533h20King Street Station, Seattle, WA19:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£2151One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £91. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £91, and a train costs an average of £99.
Distance: 1545 km
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£228 Average Price | £226 Average Price | £202 Average Price Cheapest |
35h 0m Average total duration 34h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 26h 4m Average total duration 25h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.6 - 9.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11 Coast Starlight · 712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK | 9:55 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 33h20 | 19:15 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 changes | |
11 Coast Starlight · 3812 AMTRAK · 712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK | 9:55 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 33h20 | 19:15 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 3 changes | |
11 Coast Starlight · 3710 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5710 AMTRAK | 9:55 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 31h20 | 17:15 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 3 changes | |
11 Coast Starlight · 4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 9:55 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 35h51 | 21:46 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 changes | |
11 Coast Starlight | 9:55 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 35h16 | 21:11 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
11 Coast Starlight · 3712 AMTRAK · 712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK | 9:55 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 33h20 | 19:15 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 3 changes | |
11 Coast Starlight · 3810 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK | 9:55 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 31h20 | 17:15 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 3 changes | |
11 Coast Starlight · 3710 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK | 9:55 King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 31h20 | 17:15 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 34h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £99 but you can travel from only £54 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:13, the last at 13:15. The fastest train covers the 1545 km distance in 31h 20m.
Distance 1545 km |
Average train duration 34h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £99 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 31h 20m |
First train 7:13 |
Last train 13:15 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Seattle, WA and Los Angeles, CA from £54. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA and Los Angeles, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with several parking lots and garages in the vicinity.
- The London Plane
- Salumi
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
- The Arctic Club Seattle - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
- Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and Sounder trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Light Rail: Link Light Rail at International District/Chinatown Station
- 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
- 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
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