CA → LA · about 1,386 miles
Palm Springs to Lake Charles train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Palm Springs to Lake Charles. The fastest takes 36 hours 53 minutes; every train leaves at 12:36 AM.
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- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 36h 53m
- Leaves at
- 12:36 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Palm Springs Amtrak and arrives at Lake Charles. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:36 AM | 3:29 PM +1 day | 36h 53m | Wed, Fri, Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Palm Springs Where you get off in Lake Charles The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Palm Springs
Where the train stops in Lake Charles
Return trip: Lake Charles to Palm Springs
Questions
How long is the train from Palm Springs to Lake Charles?
The fastest direct train takes 36 hours 53 minutes.
What time is the first train from Palm Springs to Lake Charles?
Every departure is at 12:36 AM (Wed, Fri, Sun).
Which rail companies go from Palm Springs to Lake Charles?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Palm Springs?
Trains to Lake Charles leave from Palm Springs Amtrak.