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Compare bus for Chapel Hill, NC to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Chapel Hill, NC to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $238. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $238, and a train costs an average of $483.
Distance: 2207 miles (3552 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$577 Average price | $328 Average price | $319 Average price Cheapest |
74h 54m Average total duration 74h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration Fastest 6h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 59h 15m Average total duration 58h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chapel Hill, NC to Los Angeles, CA:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chapel Hill, NC to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $328 (€262).
A bus is $259 (€206) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chapel Hill, NC to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $577 (€460).
Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 58h 45m.
Train takes on average 74h 24m.
Compare prices and tickets Chapel Hill, NC to Los Angeles, CA by bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chapel Hill, NC to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Chapel Hill, NC to Los Angeles, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 74h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $483 (€385) but you can travel from only $238 (€189) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 13:33, the last at 13:33. The fastest train covers the 2207 miles (3552 km) distance in 74h 24m.
Distance 2207 miles (3552 km) |
Average train duration 74h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $483 (€385) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 74h 24m |
First train 1:33 PM |
Last train 1:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Trains from Chapel Hill, NC to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chapel Hill, NC to Los Angeles, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chapel Hill, NC to Los Angeles, CA
- 4:30 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Vignes Street and Cesar Chavez Avenue.
- Traxx Restaurant
- Union Station Cafe
- Philippe The Original
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $1
- DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown
- Miyako Hotel Los Angeles
- Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
- Cost $10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metrolink
- Hall 2: Metro Rail connections
- Hall 3: Bus terminal
- Metro: Red Line, Purple Line, Gold Line
- Bus: Several lines available including DASH and Metro Bus
Most popular train connections from Chapel Hill, NC
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