How much does a cheap train ticket from Seattle to Los Angeles cost?

The average train ticket price from Seattle to Los Angeles is £98. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Seattle to Los Angeles is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Seattle to Los Angeles?

A train trip between Seattle and Los Angeles is around 1d 11h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 11h. This is the time it takes to travel the 960 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Seattle and Los Angeles?

The number of trains from Seattle to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Seattle to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Seattle to Los Angeles?

When taking the train from Seattle to Los Angeles, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Seattle to Los Angeles from £94 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Seattle to Los Angeles on 1 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	21:11	Union Station	Cheapest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 6h	16:35	Union Station	Fastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:20	Union Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:20	Union Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:35	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Los Angeles on 2 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	21:11	Union Station	Cheapest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 6h	16:35	Union Station	Fastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	21:11	Union Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:20	Union Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:20	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Los Angeles on 3 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	21:11	Union Station	Cheapest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 6h	16:35	Union Station	Fastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	21:11	Union Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:20	Union Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:20	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Los Angeles on 4 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	21:11	Union Station	Cheapest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 6h	16:35	Union Station	Fastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	21:11	Union Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:20	Union Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:20	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Los Angeles on 5 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	21:11	Union Station	Cheapest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 6h	16:35	Union Station	Fastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	21:11	Union Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:35	Union Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:35	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Los Angeles on 6 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	21:11	Union Station	Cheapest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 6h	16:35	Union Station	Fastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	21:11	Union Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:35	Union Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:35	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Los Angeles on 7 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	21:11	Union Station	Cheapest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 7h	17:15	Union Station	Fastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	21:11	Union Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:20	Union Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:20	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 09:26 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

1d 5hAverage duration

948 milesDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£68 - £330	Average duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£96 - £230	Average duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 141kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,616 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5616 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £96

Amtrak Seattle Los Angeles recent customer reviews

The engineer was late which made everything late

Brian M.

7 December 2022

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle to Los Angeles, US by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Seattle to Los Angeles cost?
The average train ticket price from Seattle to Los Angeles is £98. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Seattle to Los Angeles is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Seattle to Los Angeles?
A train trip between Seattle and Los Angeles is around 1d 11h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 11h. This is the time it takes to travel the 960 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Seattle and Los Angeles?
The number of trains from Seattle to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Seattle to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Seattle to Los Angeles?
When taking the train from Seattle to Los Angeles, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

28/11

£252

29/11

£623

Today

£505

01/12

£221

02/12

£138

03/12

£120

04/12

£120

05/12

£138

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £120

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Seattle to Los Angeles, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £120 to £646 for a train ticket from Seattle to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £120, which is on 2025-12-03.

What's the cheapest way to go from Seattle to Los Angeles, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 5h	Avg price£122	Daily departures20
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1d 11h	Avg price£98	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Seattle and Los Angeles, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £98 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £96. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Los Angeles, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Seattle to Los Angeles, US in about 1d 5h – that's the fastest way to get there!