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Los Angeles to National City trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Los Angeles and National City takes 3h 39m and the fastest train takes 3h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Los Angeles to National City. 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 39m
Duration
132 mi
Distance
$45
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain train Pacific Surfliner
3h 24m
$40–85

Los Angeles to National City train times

Trains run hourly between Los Angeles and National City. 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 National City at 5:46 AM. All services require a transfer at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center and take an average of 3h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Los Angeles to National City.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 131.9 mi
  • Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Los Angeles, CA, USA and National City, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center hourly. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 2h 42m.

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