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Trip Overview

The train between Austin and California takes 36h 13m. The train runs, on average, 3 times per week from Austin to California. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

36h 13m
Duration
1,494 mi
Distance
$950
Average price
3 times a week
Frequency

Austin to California train times

Trains run 3 times a week between Austin and California. The service departs Austin at 7:22 PM in the evening, which arrives into California at 05:35:00. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 36h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    train train 36h 13m • Direct

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    train train 36h 13m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    train train 36h 13m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Austin to California? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 1,493.7 mi
  • Duration: 36h 13m

What companies run services between Austin, TX, USA and California, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Austin to Los Angeles 3 times a week. Tickets cost $800–1,300 and the journey takes 36h 13m.

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