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Simi Valley to Palmdale by train

Palmdale lies 70 km (44 mi) north-east of Simi Valley, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

By rail the journey is about 57 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 85 km (53 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.

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Simi ValleyPalmdale
CountryUnited StatesUnited States
Population126,788158,351
Elevation236 m (774 ft)815 m (2,674 ft)
Time nowUTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles)UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles)
Stations on recordSimi Valley station, Santa Susana DepotPalmdale Transportation Center
Postal codes93062–9309993550–93599

Where to book trains from Simi Valley to Palmdale

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Common questions

How far is Palmdale from Simi Valley?

70 km (44 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Simi Valley; by road roughly 85 km (53 mi).

How long does it take to get from Simi Valley to Palmdale by train?

About 57 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Simi Valley and Palmdale?

No, both are on America/Los_Angeles at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.