Amtrak · Long-Distance
Coast Starlight
Seattle to Los Angeles in 35 hours hugging the Pacific coast — Puget Sound, the Cascades, and the celebrated ocean-side running south of San Luis Obispo.
Train numbers
11 / 14
End-to-end
35h 10m · 2,216 km
Frequency
Daily
On-time
~68%
Route & indicative timetable
Outbound departure 09:45 · return departs 10:01
- Seattle King Street Station SEA
Seattle, Washington
dep 09:45
- Portland Union Station PDX
Portland, Oregon
arr 13:45 dep 14:05
- Sacramento Valley Station SAC
Sacramento, California
arr 06:30 dep 06:30+1 day
- Emeryville Station EMY
San Francisco Bay Area, California
arr 08:15 dep 08:15+1 day
- Los Angeles Union Station LAX
Los Angeles, California
arr 20:55 +1 day
Classes & indicative end-to-end fares
Coach
Reserved reclining seat
indicative
Business Class
Extra legroom
indicative
Roomette (Sleeper)
Private room for 1–2
indicative
Bedroom (Sleeper)
Private room with en-suite
indicative
- Coach: Reserved reclining seat · Power outlets · Big luggage allowance
- Business Class: Extra legroom · Complimentary non-alcoholic drinks · Flexible fare
- Roomette (Sleeper): Private room for 1–2 · All meals included · Beds + daytime seating
- Bedroom (Sleeper): Private room with en-suite · All meals included · Sleeps 2 adults
Onboard amenities
- • Sit on the right side (western) heading south for the coastal views.
Amtrak policies
- Baggage:
- Two personal items + two carry-on bags free (25 lb / 50 lb limits); up to four checked bags (two free) on routes with checked-baggage service.
- Pets:
- Dogs and cats up to 20 lb (pet + carrier) allowed on most routes up to 7 hours in a carrier, $29–$39 fee, book in advance — not on Auto Train or in sleepers.
- Bikes:
- Trainside or checked bike service on most routes for $10–$20; folding bikes ride free as carry-on. Reserve a bike space when booking.
- Refunds:
- Fully refundable up to 24h after purchase; after that, refundability depends on fare family (Flex fully refundable, Value 75% or eCredit, Saver 50% eCredit within window).
- Accessibility:
- Accessible seating/bedrooms on every train, wheelchair assistance at staffed stations, 10% rail-fare discount for passengers with a disability.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Coast Starlight take?
The full run from Seattle King Street Station to Los Angeles Union Station is scheduled at about 35h 10m. It operates daily.
How much is a ticket on the Coast Starlight?
Indicative end-to-end fares start at $140 in Coach, rising through Business Class and Roomette (Sleeper) and Bedroom (Sleeper). Fares are dynamic — we confirm exact pricing at booking.
Does the Coast Starlight have Wi-Fi?
Yes — complimentary onboard Wi-Fi is provided (coverage can drop in remote stretches and tunnels).
Is food available on the Coast Starlight?
Yes — a dining car serves full meals (included for sleeper passengers) and a café car sells snacks.
Can I take luggage on the Coast Starlight?
Two personal items + two carry-on bags free (25 lb / 50 lb limits); up to four checked bags (two free) on routes with checked-baggage service.
Are pets allowed on the Coast Starlight?
Dogs and cats up to 20 lb (pet + carrier) allowed on most routes up to 7 hours in a carrier, $29–$39 fee, book in advance — not on Auto Train or in sleepers.
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Schedules and fares shown are indicative, compiled from official operator timetables. Rail operators adjust timings, fares and running days without notice — our rail desk confirms live availability and exact pricing before any booking is ticketed.