How to travel from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $335 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 9h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.1 - 3.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $335, while a train costs an average of $1,295.

Distance: 2314 miles (3725 km)

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$623

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$533

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9h 59m

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7h 59m

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65h 12m

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64h 42m

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58h 39m

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58h 9m

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39h 25m

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11.2 - 22.4kg

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1.1 - 3.4kg

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3.7 - 9.3kg

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Compare ways to travel from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA

Compare the available ways to get from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA is a bus with an average price of $335.

This is compared to other travel options from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA:

A bus is $288 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $623.

A bus is $960 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $1,295.

The fastest way to travel from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 9h 59m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 58h 39m.

Train takes on average 65h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Baltimore, MD and Los Angeles, CA including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 31h 26m sooner (7h 59m by flight vs 39h 25m by car). Tickets start at around $623 compared to roughly $533 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA

How to get from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA by train, bus or flight.

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flight

The best way to travel from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Alaska AirlinesAS379 · AS575
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Alaska AirlinesAS379 · AS575
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • UnitedUA651
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak95 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 3 Southwest Chief
    2 transfers
  • Amtrak174 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited · 3 Southwest Chief
    2 transfers
  • Amtrak19 Crescent · 1 Sunset Limited
    1 transfer
  • Greyhound · · ·
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus+Greyhound · ·
    4 transfers
  • Greyhound · · +FlixBusFlixBus
    3 transfers
  • UnitedUA2012 · UA2028
    1 transfer
  • UnitedUA2748 · UA1563
    1 transfer
  • UnitedUA297 · UA1904
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA

Travel to Los Angeles, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA.

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There are 3 options to travel between Baltimore, MD and Los Angeles, CA including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA is a bus with an average price of $335.

This is compared to other travel options from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA:

A bus is $288 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $623.

A bus is $960 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $1,295.

The fastest way to travel from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 9h 59m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 58h 39m.

Train takes on average 65h 12m.

The distance from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA is approximately 2314 miles (3725 km).
The average frequency per day from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA is:
  • Around 108 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Baltimore, MD and Los Angeles, CA as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA:
  • Flights mostly depart from Baltimore/Washington International Airport and arrive in Los Angeles International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD and arrive in Union Station, Los Angeles, CA.
  • Buses mostly depart from Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) and arrive in Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound to go to Los Angeles, CA by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Los Angeles, CA by train.
  • Travel with Alaska Airlines, United, American Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, CitizenPlane, skywest airlines to go to Los Angeles, CA by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA:
  • 2 direct flights per day with United, CitizenPlane.
Omio customers who travel from Baltimore, MD to Los Angeles, CA often also extend their vacation to go to Las Vegas, NV, San Francisco, CA, San Diego, CA, Portland, OR, Denver, CO. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Los Angeles, CA and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Los Angeles, CA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Los Angeles, CA, you can explore Venice Beach Boardwalk with its eclectic shops and street performers, visit the historic El Capitan Theatre for a classic movie experience, or take a scenic hike in Runyon Canyon Park for panoramic city views. Enjoy a live performance at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, or discover unique exhibits at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. Best sights include the Griffith Observatory for stunning city views and astronomy exhibits, The Getty Center for art and gardens, the historic Santa Monica Pier, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) with its diverse collections.
To fully experience Los Angeles, CA, it's ideal to spend at least 3 to 5 days. This allows time to visit popular attractions like Hollywood, Santa Monica, and the Getty Center, while also exploring the city's diverse neighborhoods and cultural offerings.
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