How much does a cheap train ticket from New York Penn Station to Los Angeles cost?

The average train ticket price from New York Penn Station to Los Angeles is . The best way to find cheap train tickets from New York Penn Station 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 New York Penn Station to Los Angeles?

A train trip between New York Penn Station and Los Angeles is around , although the fastest train will take about 2d 13h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3941 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between New York Penn Station and Los Angeles?

The number of trains from New York Penn Station to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from New York Penn Station to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from New York Penn Station to Los Angeles?

When taking the train from New York Penn Station to Los Angeles, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from New York Penn Station to Los Angeles?

Trains travelling between New York Penn Station and Los Angeles leave from 31st St & 8th Ave or 34th St & 7th Ave and arrive at Ramirez Street bus stop, UCLA, 613 Maple Ave.

Bus New York Penn Station to Los Angeles from R 4 887 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from New York City to Los Angeles on 7 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 17h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 18h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 19h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Los Angeles on 8 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3d 18h	05:35	Union Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 17h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	14:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3d 18h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 18h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	15:40	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2d 19h	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Los Angeles on 9 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 19h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 17h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	15:40	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2d 19h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 18h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	15:40	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2d 19h	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Los Angeles on 10 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 17h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
	15:40	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2d 19h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 18h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	15:40	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2d 19h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 19h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Los Angeles on 11 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 17h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
	14:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3d 18h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 18h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	14:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3d 18h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 19h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Los Angeles on 12 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 17h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
	06:40	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3d 4h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 18h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	15:40	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2d 19h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 19h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Los Angeles on 13 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 17h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
	14:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3d 18h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 18h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	14:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3d 18h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 19h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Los Angeles on 14 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 17h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
	15:40	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2d 19h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 18h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	09:47	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3d 1h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 19h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:47 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from New York Penn Station 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 2 days, 19 hours 51 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 722, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

2d 19hAverage duration

3936 kmDistance

98kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 722 - R 12 341	Average duration2d 19h	CO₂ emissions 98kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 011 - R 57 287	Average duration3d	CO₂ emissions 358kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in New York Penn Station and Los Angeles, US?

Stops in New York City

A
31st St & 8th Ave
349 W 31st St (between 8th & 9th Avenue), New York, NY 10001
B
34th St & 7th Ave
430 7th Avenue between 33rd and 34th Streets, NYC (Penn Station - In front of the Modell's Sports, across from the Pennsylvania Hotel, 1 block from the New Yorker Hotel)
C
Penn Station
254 W 31st St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Stops in Los Angeles, US

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
North Hollywood
5401 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood, CA 91601, USA

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 628 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5628 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 R 4 011

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Los Angeles, US by bus

How much does a cheap train ticket from New York Penn Station to Los Angeles cost?
The average train ticket price from New York Penn Station to Los Angeles is . The best way to find cheap train tickets from New York Penn Station 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 New York Penn Station to Los Angeles?
A train trip between New York Penn Station and Los Angeles is around , although the fastest train will take about 2d 13h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3941 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between New York Penn Station and Los Angeles?
The number of trains from New York Penn Station to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from New York Penn Station to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from New York Penn Station to Los Angeles?
When taking the train from New York Penn Station to Los Angeles, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from New York Penn Station to Los Angeles?
Trains travelling between New York Penn Station and Los Angeles leave from 31st St & 8th Ave or 34th St & 7th Ave and arrive at Ramirez Street bus stop, UCLA, 613 Maple Ave.