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Compare bus, train, and flight for Jersey City, NJ to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Jersey City, NJ to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $75. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $75, and a train costs an average of $267.
Distance: 2441 miles (3930 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
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$651 Average price | $281 Average price Cheapest | $536 Average price |
71h 15m Average total duration 70h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 24m Average total duration Fastest 6h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 65h 42m Average total duration 65h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Jersey City, NJ to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Jersey City, NJ to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Saturday, April 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:20 PM Jersey City, NJ | 90h15 | 1:35 PM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Jersey City, NJ to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Jersey City, NJ to Los Angeles, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 70h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $267 (€217) but you can travel from only $75 (€61) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 10:35, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 2441 miles (3930 km) distance in 67h 17m.
Distance 2441 miles (3930 km) |
Average train duration 70h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $267 (€217) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 67h 17m |
First train 10:35 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Jersey City, NJ to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Jersey City, NJ and Los Angeles, CA from $75 (€61). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Jersey City, NJ to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jersey City, NJ 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
Popular train stations from Jersey City, NJ to Los Angeles, CA
- 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
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