CA → IA · about 1,544 miles
Los Angeles to Fort Madison train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Los Angeles to Fort Madison. The fastest takes 39 hours 30 minutes; every train leaves at 4:55 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 39h 30m
- Leaves at
- 4:55 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Los Angeles and arrives at Fort Madison. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:55 PM | 10:25 AM +2 day | 39h 30m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Los Angeles Where you get off in Fort Madison The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Los Angeles
Where the train stops in Fort Madison
- Fort Madison Amtrak station Map of Fort Madison Amtrak station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Fort Madison to Los Angeles
Questions
How long is the train from Los Angeles to Fort Madison?
The fastest direct train takes 39 hours 30 minutes.
What time is the first train from Los Angeles to Fort Madison?
Every departure is at 4:55 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Los Angeles to Fort Madison?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Los Angeles?
Trains to Fort Madison leave from Los Angeles (Americanstar).