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Trip Overview

The average train between Los Angeles and Chula Vista takes 3h 45m and the fastest train takes 3h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Los Angeles to Chula Vista. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 45m
Duration
134 mi
Distance
$80
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Los Angeles to Chula Vista train times

Trains run hourly between Los Angeles and Chula Vista. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Los Angeles is at 10:10 PM which arrives into Chula Vista at 5:52 AM. All services require a transfer at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center and take an average of 3h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit7h 42m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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    AmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit3h 27m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Los Angeles to Chula Vista? 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.

Map of how to get from Los Angeles to Chula Vista.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 134.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Los Angeles, CA, USA and Chula Vista, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center hourly. Tickets cost $65–110 and the journey takes 2h 42m.

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