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

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Austin start from £130. The average price for this train route is around £199. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Austin?

The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Austin is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1222 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Austin route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Austin?

The earliest train from Los Angeles to Austin departs at 22:00. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Train Los Angeles to Austin from £144 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Austin on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	1d 9h	09:24	Austin, TX	Cheapest
Train	22:00	Union Station	1d 9h	09:14	Austin, TX	Fastest
Train	22:00	Union Station	1d 9h	09:14	Austin, TX	No tags
Train	22:00	Union Station	1d 9h	09:24	Austin, TX	No tags
Train	22:00	Union Station	1d 9h	09:24	Austin, TX	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Austin on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	1d 9h	09:24	Austin, TX	Cheapest
Train	22:00	Union Station	1d 9h	09:14	Austin, TX	Fastest
Train	22:00	Union Station	1d 9h	09:24	Austin, TX	No tags
Train	22:00	Union Station	1d 9h	09:14	Austin, TX	No tags
Train	22:00	Union Station	1d 9h	09:24	Austin, TX	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to Austin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just £130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 9hAverage duration

1222 milesDistance

179kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£86 - £358	Average duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 49kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£130 - £268	Average duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 179kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5638 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 £130

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

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

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Los Angeles to Austin?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Austin start from £130. The average price for this train route is around £199. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Austin?
The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Austin is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1222 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Austin route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Austin?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to Austin departs at 22:00. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

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The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £172

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

You can expect to pay from £172 to £818 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £172, which is on 2025-12-12.