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

The average train ticket price from Boston to Los Angeles is R 12 817. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Boston 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 Boston to Los Angeles?

A train trip between Boston and Los Angeles is around 3d 4h, although the fastest train will take about 3d 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 4175 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of trains from Boston to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Boston to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Boston to Los Angeles?

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

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Boston to Los Angeles?

Trains travelling between Boston and Los Angeles leave from Back Bay Station or South Station and arrive at Ramirez Street bus stop, UCLA.

Train Boston to Los Angeles from R 5 109 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Boston to Los Angeles on 9 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Boston Route 128, MA	3d 1h	07:57	Union Station	CheapestFastest
06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	3d 4h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	3d 4h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
09:55	Boston Route 128, MA	3d 1h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
09:55	Boston Route 128, MA	3d 1h	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Los Angeles on 10 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	3d 4h	07:57	Union Station	Cheapest
09:36	Boston Route 128, MA	3d 1h	07:57	Union Station	Fastest
06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	3d 4h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	3d 4h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
09:36	Boston Route 128, MA	3d 1h	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Los Angeles on 11 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	3d 15h	07:57	Union Station	Cheapest
09:36	Boston Route 128, MA	3d 1h	07:57	Union Station	Fastest
06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	3d 4h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	3d 4h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	3d 4h	07:57	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston 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 3 days, 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 444, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

3d 5hAverage duration

4169 kmDistance

104kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 3 444 - R 14 032	Average duration3d 5h	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 6 814 - R 47 163	Average duration3d 4h	CO₂ emissions 379kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 570 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5570 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 6 814

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

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and Los Angeles, US?

Stops in Boston, MA, US

A - Back Bay Station

B - South Station

C - North Station

Stops in Los Angeles, US

A - Ramirez Street bus stop

B - UCLA

Frequently asked questions on the trip Boston, MA, US - Los Angeles, US

How much does a cheap train ticket from Boston to Los Angeles cost?
The average train ticket price from Boston to Los Angeles is R 12 817. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Boston 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 Boston to Los Angeles?
A train trip between Boston and Los Angeles is around 3d 4h, although the fastest train will take about 3d 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 4175 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Boston and Los Angeles?
The number of trains from Boston to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Boston to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Boston to Los Angeles?
When taking the train from Boston to Los Angeles, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Boston to Los Angeles?
Trains travelling between Boston and Los Angeles leave from Back Bay Station or South Station and arrive at Ramirez Street bus stop, UCLA.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

06/11

R 12 771

07/11

R 16 247

Today

No data

09/11

R 14 314

10/11

R 12 558

11/11

R 8 886

12/11

No data

13/11

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The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 11 Nov 2025 with a price of R 8 886

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

You can expect to pay from R 8 886 to R 63 567 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 8 886, which is on 2025-11-11.

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