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Trip Overview

The average train between Austin and Santa Monica takes 37h 24m and the fastest train takes 37h 23m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Austin to Santa Monica. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

37h 24m
Duration
1,511 mi
Distance
$973
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Austin to Santa Monica train times

Trains run twice a week between Austin and Santa Monica. The service departs Austin at 7:22 PM in the evening, which arrives into Santa Monica at 05:45:00. All services require a transfer at Los Angeles and take an average of 37h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakMetro Los AngelesMetro Los Angeles37h 23m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakMetro Los AngelesMetro Los Angeles37h 25m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Austin to Santa Monica? 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: 1,511 mi
  • Duration: 37h 24m

What companies run services between Austin, TX, USA and Santa Monica, CA, 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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