CA → TX · about 1,228 miles
Los Angeles to San Marcos train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Los Angeles to San Marcos. The fastest takes 32 hours 22 minutes; every train leaves at 10:00 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 32h 22m
- Leaves at
- 10:00 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Los Angeles and arrives at San Marcos Amtrak. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 PM | 8:22 AM +2 day | 32h 22m | Tue, Thu, Sat | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Los Angeles Where you get off in San Marcos The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Los Angeles
Where the train stops in San Marcos
- San Marcos Amtrak Map of San Marcos Amtrak (Google Maps)
Return trip: San Marcos to Los Angeles
Questions
How long is the train from Los Angeles to San Marcos?
The fastest direct train takes 32 hours 22 minutes.
What time is the first train from Los Angeles to San Marcos?
Every departure is at 10:00 PM (Tue, Thu, Sat).
Which rail companies go from Los Angeles to San Marcos?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Los Angeles?
Trains to San Marcos leave from Los Angeles (Americanstar).