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

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 $166.

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

A bus is $81 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $248.

A bus is $175 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $341.

The fastest way to travel from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 51m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 31h 5m.

Train takes on average 44h 41m.

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 95 flights per day.
• Around 9 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:

• 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.
• Flights mostly depart from Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport and arrive in Los Angeles International Airport.

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 Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Los Angeles, CA by bus.
• Travel with Amtrak, Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) to go to Los Angeles, CA by train.
• Travel with Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, United, Alaska Airlines to go to Los Angeles, CA by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA with the following travel companies:

• 2 direct buses per day with Greyhound.
• 0 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
• 14 direct flights per day with Spirit Airlines, American Airlines.

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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.