How to travel from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA

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 an average ticket price of €182 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 8h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €182, while a flight costs an average of €500.

Distance: 1237 miles (1991 km)

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Driving

€290

Average price

€182

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Cheapest

€500

Average price

€236

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(fuel + tolls)

46h 22m

Average total duration

45h 52m

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30m

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33h 20m

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32h 50m

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30m

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8h 13m

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6h 13m

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2h 0m

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20h 27m

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0.6 - 1.8kg

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2.0 - 5.0kg

CO2 emissions

6.0 - 11.9kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA is a bus with an average price of €182.

This is compared to other travel options from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA:

A bus is €108 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA costing on average €290.

A bus is €318 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA costing on average €500.

The fastest way to travel from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 8h 13m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 33h 20m.

Train takes on average 46h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Dallas, TX and Los Angeles, CA including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €290 compared to roughly €236 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-53.80. The journey takes 45h 52m versus 20h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA

How to get from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA by train, bus or flight.

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

  • CitizenPlane4963
    1:38 PM3h22
    Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport
    3:00 PMLos Angeles International Airport
    €971One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • CitizenPlane4963
    1:38 PM3h22
    Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport
    3:00 PMLos Angeles International Airport
    €971One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • American AirlinesAA1275
    1:12 PM3h18
    Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport
    2:30 PMLos Angeles International Airport
    €4261One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Greyhound · ·
    11:55 PM35h15
    Dallas, TX
    9:10 AMLos Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA
    €1221One-way
    2 transfers
  • Greyhound
    1:40 PM30h10
    Dallas, TX
    5:50 PMLos Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA
    €1221One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound
    11:50 PM30h55
    Dallas, TX
    4:45 AMLos Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA
    €1221One-way
    0 transfers
  • CitizenPlane3211
    9:59 PM3h25
    Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport
    11:24 PMLos Angeles International Airport
    €971One-way
    0 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA2043
    6:39 PM3h21
    Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport
    8:00 PMLos Angeles International Airport
    €1301One-way
    0 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA2038
    10:30 PM3h21
    Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport
    11:51 PMLos Angeles International Airport
    €1301One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Dallas, TX 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 Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA.

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There are 3 options to travel between Dallas, TX and Los Angeles, CA including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA is a bus with an average price of €182.

This is compared to other travel options from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA:

A bus is €108 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA costing on average €290.

A bus is €318 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA costing on average €500.

The fastest way to travel from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 8h 13m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 33h 20m.

Train takes on average 46h 22m.

The distance from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA is approximately 1237 miles (1991 km).
The average frequency per day from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA is:
  • Around 102 flights per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dallas, TX 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 Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport and arrive in Los Angeles International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Union Station, Dallas, TX and arrive in Union Station, Los Angeles, CA.
  • Buses mostly depart from Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX and arrive in Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, United, Alaska Airlines, CitizenPlane, skywest airlines, Sun Country Airlines to go to Los Angeles, CA by flight.
  • Travel with Greyhound to go to Los Angeles, CA by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Los Angeles, CA by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA with the following travel companies:
  • 13 direct flights per day with Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, CitizenPlane.
  • 2 direct buses per day with Greyhound.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Dallas, TX 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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