The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to La Jolla, CA
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to La Jolla, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Los Angeles, CA to La Jolla, CA will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 1 trains that leave Los Angeles, CA for La Jolla, CA on Tue, Dec 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 161 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 9 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Los Angeles, CA to La Jolla, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to La Jolla, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €46.
Distance: 100 miles (161 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€28 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price | €169 Average price |
2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 20m Average total duration 8h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to La Jolla, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to La Jolla, CA trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:10 PM Los Angeles, CA | 2h09 | 12:19 AM La Jolla, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to La Jolla, CA
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to La Jolla, CA run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 25 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 100 miles (161 km) distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 100 miles (161 km) |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 25 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 03:50 |
Last train 22:40 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to La Jolla, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and La Jolla, CA from $25 (€20). 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 Los Angeles, CA to La Jolla, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Los Angeles, CA to La Jolla, CA
- 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
- 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
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