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The Getty Center
Major hilltop art museum with European paintings, decorative arts, gardens, and panoramic city views.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inwood, NY to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $324. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $324, and a train costs an average of $639.
Distance: 2459 miles (3958 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$566 Average price | $639 Average price | $324 Average price Cheapest | $557 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
71h 45m Average total duration 71h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 67h 47m Average total duration 67h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 37m Average total duration Fastest 8h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 41h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Inwood, NY to Los Angeles, CA:
A flight is $242 (€198) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Inwood, NY to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $566 (€464).
A flight is $315 (€258) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inwood, NY to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $639 (€524).
Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 67h 17m.
Bus takes on average 71h 15m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 71h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $566 |
Operator MTA Bus Company | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 68h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $780 |
Operator MTA Bus Company | Departure Time 07:43PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 68h07 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $780 |
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Buses from Inwood, NY to Los Angeles, CA run on average 27 times per day, taking around 71h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $566 (€464) but you can travel from only $324 (€266) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 2459 miles (3958 km) distance in 71h 15m.
Distance 2459 miles (3958 km) |
Average bus duration 71h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $566 (€464) |
Buses per day 27 |
Fastest bus 71h 15m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 6 days |
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Los Angeles is costly for visitors, especially lodging, parking, and dining. Casual food is manageable, but transport and attractions add up quickly.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20% is common for good service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up or tip 10-15% for taxis, and tip hotel staff and valet.
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Most Inwood, NY to Los Angeles, CA buses use the New York, Port Authority 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 Inwood, NY 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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