The cheapest and fastest trains from Vancouver, WA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
£187
Average price
£193
Fastest journey
1 d 4 h
Average duration
1 d 4 h 48 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
1342 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vancouver, 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 Vancouver, WA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around £193 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £187.
Of the 8 trains that leave Vancouver, 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 1342 km distance in an average of 1 d 4 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 4 h .
The slowest trains will take 1 d 6 h 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 Starlight · 3812 AMTRAK · 712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK13:1530h00Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA19:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£1871One-way3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 3710 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5710 AMTRAK13:1528h00Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA17:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£1871One-way3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 3810 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK13:1528h00Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA17:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£1871One-way3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 3710 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK13:1528h00Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA17:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£1871One-way3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 3712 AMTRAK · 712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK13:1530h00Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA19:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£1871One-way3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 3710 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5710 AMTRAK13:1528h00Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA17:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£1871One-way3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 3810 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK13:1528h00Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA17:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£1871One-way3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 3710 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK13:1528h00Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA17:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£1871One-way3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 3812 AMTRAK · 712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK13:1530h00Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA19:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£1871One-way3 changes
11 Coast Starlight · 712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK13:1530h00Vancouver Station, Vancouver, WA19:15Union Station, Los Angeles, CA£1951One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Vancouver, WA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vancouver, WA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £81. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £81, and a train costs an average of £98.
Distance: 1342 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£194 Average Price | £181 Average Price | £163 Average Price Cheapest |
31h 17m Average total duration 30h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 53m Average total duration 21h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.0 - 8.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Vancouver, WA to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Vancouver, 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 |
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![]() | 20:15 Vancouver, WA | 30h00 | 2:15 Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:15 Vancouver, WA | 31h56 | 5:11 Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vancouver, WA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Vancouver, WA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 30h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £98 but you can travel from only £75 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:13, the last at 14:22. The fastest train covers the 1342 km distance in 28h 0m.
Distance 1342 km |
Average train duration 30h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £98 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 28h 0m |
First train 7:13 |
Last train 14:22 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Vancouver, WA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Vancouver, WA and Los Angeles, CA from £75. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Vancouver, WA to Los Angeles, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vancouver, 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 Vancouver, WA and Los Angeles, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station building.
- Tommy O's Pacific Rim Bistro
- Gray's at the Park
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free for passengers
- Hilton Vancouver Washington
- Comfort Inn & Suites Vancouver
- Best Western Plus Vancouver Mall Dr. Hotel & Suites
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, waiting room, ticket office, and platforms
- Bus: C-Tran services available
- Taxi: Local taxi services 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
- 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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