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Fort Madison to Los Angeles train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Fort Madison to Los Angeles. The fastest takes 40 hours 17 minutes; every train leaves at 5:10 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 40h 17m
- Leaves at
- 5:10 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Fort Madison and arrives at Los Angeles. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:10 PM | 7:27 AM +2 day | 40h 17m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Fort Madison Where you get off in Los Angeles The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Fort Madison
- Fort Madison Amtrak station Map of Fort Madison Amtrak station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Los Angeles
Return trip: Los Angeles to Fort Madison
Questions
How long is the train from Fort Madison to Los Angeles?
The fastest direct train takes 40 hours 17 minutes.
What time is the first train from Fort Madison to Los Angeles?
Every departure is at 5:10 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Fort Madison to Los Angeles?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Fort Madison?
Trains to Los Angeles leave from Fort Madison Amtrak station.