Trains tickets from Springfield, IL to Los Angeles, US

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Today29 Jul
Tomorrow30 Jul
Thu31 Jul
from US$235
Fri1 Aug
from US$290
Sat2 Aug
Sun3 Aug
Mon4 Aug
from US$295
Tue5 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Springfield to Los Angeles

Bus
Average priceUS$134 - US$463Average duration1d 21h
65kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$198 - US$515Average duration2d 1h
237kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Springfield to Los Angeles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$134, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
1d 21hAverage duration
US$134Cheapest ticket
65kgCO₂ emissions

Train Springfield, IL to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$336
Average train trip duration2d 1h
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure08:22
Distance1617 miles
Latest train departure17:08

Springfield to Los Angeles Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Springfield, IL - Los Angeles, US

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Springfield to Los Angeles cost?

    The average train ticket price from Springfield to Los Angeles is US$336. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Springfield 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!

  2. How long is the train trip from Springfield to Los Angeles?

    A train trip between Springfield and Los Angeles is around 2d 1h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 21h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1620 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Springfield and Los Angeles?

    The number of trains from Springfield 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 Springfield to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Springfield to Los Angeles?

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

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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US$225
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US$279
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Springfield, IL to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 31 Jul 2025 with a price of US$225

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

You can expect to pay from US$225 to US$1,429 for a train ticket from Springfield, IL to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$225, which is on 2025-07-31.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Springfield and Los Angeles is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Los Angeles.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Los Angeles you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Springfield and Los Angeles, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Springfield to Los Angeles.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

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Train from Los Angeles, US to Springfield, IL

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