- Must visit
The Getty Center
Hilltop art museum with European paintings, sculpture, gardens, and striking architecture plus sweeping city views.




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Cheapest price
$234
Average price
$311
Fastest journey
29h 30m
Average duration
33h 27m
Buses per day
5
Distance
1124 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $117. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $117, and a train costs an average of $146.
Distance: 1237 miles (1991 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$208 Average price Cheapest | $398 Average price | $249 Average price | $284 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
30h 28m Average total duration 29h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45h 8m Average total duration 44h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration Fastest 4h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
2.0 - 5.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 6.0 - 11.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA:
A bus is $41 (€33) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $249 (€205).
A bus is $189 (€156) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $398 (€327).
Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 29h 58m.
Train takes on average 44h 38m.
Tickets start at around $208 (€171) compared to roughly $284 (€233) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $75 (€62). The journey takes 29h 58m versus 20h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 34h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 55h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $331 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 30h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 29h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 30h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 35h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $136 |
The table below shows live departures for Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA buses for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:40 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 30h00 | 5:40 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 7:00 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 29h30 | 10:30 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:50 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 30h55 | 4:45 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
· · · | 11:55 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 41h35 | 3:30 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 4 transfers | |
· · | 11:55 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 35h15 | 9:10 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 2 transfers | |
· + FlixBus | 7:00 AM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 34h30 | 3:30 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 2 transfers | |
· + FlixBus | 7:00 AM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 34h20 | 3:20 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 29h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $117 (€97) but you can travel from only $47 (€39) by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 1237 miles (1991 km) distance in 29h 30m.
Distance 1237 miles (1991 km) |
Average bus duration 29h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $117 (€97) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 29h 30m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Most Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA buses use the Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station to Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes. Use this guide to compare Dallas, TX and Los Angeles, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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