How to travel from Boston, MA to Los Angeles, CA

There are 3 options to travel between Boston, MA and Los Angeles, CA including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Boston, MA to Los Angeles, CA is a flight with an average price of CHF215.

This is compared to other travel options from Boston, MA to Los Angeles, CA:

A flight is CHF149 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Boston, MA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average CHF363.

A flight is CHF562 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Boston, MA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average CHF776.

The fastest way to travel from Boston, MA to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 17m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 64h 59m.

Train takes on average 69h 36m.

The distance from Boston, MA to Los Angeles, CA is approximately 2591 miles (4170 km).

The average frequency per day from Boston, MA to Los Angeles, CA is:

• Around 109 flights per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.
• Around 6 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Boston, MA to Los Angeles, CA:

• Flights mostly depart from Edward L. Logan International Airport and arrive in Los Angeles International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from South Station, Boston, MA and arrive in Union Station, Los Angeles, CA.
• Buses mostly depart from Boston, Bus Terminal South 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 Boston, MA to Los Angeles, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Los Angeles, CA by bus.
• Travel with Amtrak to go to Los Angeles, CA by train.
• Travel with American Airlines, United, Spirit Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Alaska Airlines to go to Los Angeles, CA by flight.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Boston, MA to Los Angeles, CA:

• 8 direct flights per day with American Airlines, United, JetBlue Airways.

Omio customers who travel from Boston, MA to Los Angeles, CA often also extend their vacation to go to San Diego, CA, San Francisco, CA, Las Vegas, NV, Tijuana, New York, NY. 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.